Robotics Automation Engineer

Insight Global; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 115,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global in Columbus is seeking an Automation Engineer with 6+ years in manufacturing to lead robotics-focused projects. The role emphasizes automation and capital projects over PLC programming, with strong preference for Fanuc robots.

You will design, deploy, and optimize automation solutions to improve throughput, safety, and quality on the plant floor, collaborating with suppliers and internal teams. A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical or Industrial) required.
• 6+ years engineering experience in manufacturing environments.
• Robotic automation experience with Fanuc preferred.
• Basic PLC/HMI knowledge, Allen-Bradley preferred.
• Hands-on exposure to plant environments and understanding of operations.
• Experience managing suppliers, vendors and capital projects.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of pneumatic systems and safety considerations.

Responsibilities

• Support development, integration, and implementation of ADS automation and control systems.
• Design, deploy, and optimize automation solutions to improve throughput, safety, and quality.
• Partner with plant teams to simplify operations and address operational challenges.

Skills

Robotic automation

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Supplier, vendor, and capital project

Pneumatic systems

Manufacturing operations understanding

Basic PLC/HMI knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial)

Associate's degree considered with exceptional experience

Tools

Fanuc robots

Allen-Bradley PLC/HMI

ABB/Kuka/Yaskawa platforms

Job description

Hours: Standard 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM with flexible scheduling; results-oriented environment

Salary Range: $115,000 - $135,000

Additional Info

Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and at least 6+ years of engineering experience within a manufacturing environment, with a strong emphasis on automation and capital project management.

This is not a PLC programming role. While candidates should have a basic understanding of PLCs and HMIs (Allen-Bradley preferred), the primary focus is on robotic automation. Experience with Fanuc robots is highly preferred, though candidates with experience on ABB, Kuka, Yaskawa, or similar robotic platforms may also be considered. Manufacturing experience is critical. Candidates must have hands-on exposure to plant environments and understand operational challenges from a manufacturing perspective. Individuals whose experience is limited to office-based engineering work will not be a fit.

Must Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial preferred)
• Associate's degree may be considered with exceptional experience
• 6+ years of engineering experience in manufacturing environments
• Robotic automation experience (Fanuc strongly preferred)
• Understanding of manufacturing operations and plant environments
• Basic PLC/HMI knowledge (Allen-Bradley preferred)
• Hands-on experience with pneumatic systems
• Working knowledge of machine safety and ergonomics
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience managing suppliers, vendors, and capital projects

Plusses

• Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experience
• 6+ years of manufacturing and operations experience
• Experience leading structured capital projects
• Vendor and supplier management expertise
• Experience mentoring project managers or engineering team members
• Experience leading large-scale capital initiatives
• Exposure to R&D and implementation of new manufacturing processes

Day to Day

The Automation Engineer will support the development, integration, and implementation of ADS automation and control systems. This position will focus on designing, deploying, and optimizing automation solutions that improve throughput, safety, and quality while simplifying operations for plant teams.