Robotics & Automation Engineer for Lean Manufacturing

Steel & O'Brien Manufacturing Inc.; Olde West Chester (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Steel & O'Brien Manufacturing Inc. in Ohio seeks a Manufacturing Engineer – Robotics to design, program, and optimize robotic automation systems that boost production performance and safety.

You will lead automation projects, integrate robots with PLCs and vision systems, and drive Lean/Six Sigma improvements across the manufacturing floor, delivering reliable, scalable processes.

Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree and 3+ years of experience; hands-on robotics experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement robotic manufacturing cells and automated production systems.
• Program, troubleshoot, and optimize industrial robots (FANUC, ABB, KUKA, Yaskawa, Universal Robots).
• Integrate robots with PLCs, HMIs, vision systems, conveyors, and other automation equipment.
• Lead automation projects from concept through installation and production launch.
• Ensure robotic systems meet OSHA/ANSI safety standards and company policies.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Hands-on mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

PLC programming

Robot programming platforms

Job description

Steel & O'Brien Manufacturing Inc. in Ohio seeks a Manufacturing Engineer – Robotics to design, program, and optimize robotic automation systems that boost production performance and safety.

You will lead automation projects, integrate robots with PLCs and vision systems, and drive Lean/Six Sigma improvements across the manufacturing floor, delivering reliable, scalable processes.

Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree and 3+ years of experience; hands-on robotics experience preferred.