Remote Automation Engineer: Lean, Robotics & PLC
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Job summary
WhatJobs Direct seeks a highly experienced Remote Industrial Engineer to join a globally distributed team focused on automation and efficiency. You will design, develop, and implement automated solutions and process improvements to boost productivity across client sites in a fully remote role.
The ideal candidate has robotics, PLC controls, lean manufacturing, data-driven analysis, and strong project leadership.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s in Industrial/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering with automation focus
- 8+ years in industrial engineering, with automation and efficiency focus
- Proven experience designing, implementing, and managing automated systems
- Strong knowledge of robots, PLCs, HMIs, and control systems
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills
- Clear written and verbal communication; ability to present technical info
Responsibilities
- Identify automation opportunities in manufacturing and processes
- Design and specify automated systems (robotics, PLCs, HMIs)
- Develop and implement efficiency improvements
- Use simulation software to model processes
- Collaborate with clients and teams to tailor solutions
- Create technical docs (P&IDs, specs, manuals)
- Oversee implementation and remote commissioning
- Perform root-cause analysis for inefficiencies
- Stay updated on automation tech and best practices
- Train client personnel on operation and maintenance
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Job description
WhatJobs Direct seeks a highly experienced Remote Industrial Engineer to join a globally distributed team focused on automation and efficiency. You will design, develop, and implement automated solutions and process improvements to boost productivity across client sites in a fully remote role.
The ideal candidate has robotics, PLC controls, lean manufacturing, data-driven analysis, and strong project leadership.
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