Robotics Automation Tech (2nd & 3rd Shift) - PLC/Robot Expert

Nemak; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global learning tools

Career growth opportunities

Talent management program

Job summary

Nemak in Augusta, GA is seeking an Automation Engineer to develop and optimize PLC and HMI programs for HPDC processes and to program and maintain industrial robots across Fanuc, ABB, and KUKA platforms.

You will troubleshoot automation issues, work with cross-functional teams to improve production efficiency, ensure safety standards, and train maintenance staff on best practices. Prior Die Casting or automotive manufacturing experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Automation, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in automation engineering.
• Strong expertise in PLCs (Siemens, Allen-Bradley), HMIs, and industrial networks. Siemens preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops and optimizes PLC and HMI programs for HPDC processes.
• Programs, maintains and troubleshoots industrial robots (Fanuc, ABB, KUKA, etc.).
• Troubleshoots automation issues and implement improvements
• Works with cross-functional teams to enhance production efficiency
• Ensures compliance with industrial automation safety standards
• Provides training to maintenance teams on automation best practices
• Optimizes robotic movement and process efficiency
• Conducts root cause analysis for robotic failures and implement corrective actions
• Supports installation and commissioning of new robotic cells
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

PLC programming

HMI development

Robot troubleshooting

Industrial networking

Safety compliance

Training others

Education

Bachelor's degree in Automation, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Tools

Siemens PLCs

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Industrial robots

Job description

Nemak in Augusta, GA is seeking an Automation Engineer to develop and optimize PLC and HMI programs for HPDC processes and to program and maintain industrial robots across Fanuc, ABB, and KUKA platforms.

You will troubleshoot automation issues, work with cross-functional teams to improve production efficiency, ensure safety standards, and train maintenance staff on best practices. Prior Die Casting or automotive manufacturing experience is preferred.