Senior Automation Engineer

Spherion Staffing, LLC; Greenfield (IN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier salary

Health benefits

Career growth

Culture & community

Job summary

We are seeking an experienced Senior Automation Engineer to join a global healthcare manufacturing team in Greenfield, IN. You will report to the Director of Global Device Manufacturing & Technology and help bring new manufacturing processes and automated equipment online.

In this high-impact role, you will lead design, bidding, and cross-functional collaboration across engineering and commercial teams to deliver scalable automated solutions for global operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related Science discipline.
• 3 to 5 years of technical engineering experience in automated manufacturing or tooling environments.
• Hands-on knowledge of assembly automation and injection mold tooling.
• Deep understanding of machine design, equipment specification, and validation processes.
• Strong project resource planning, data analysis, cross-functional collaboration, and clear written/verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Process & Equipment Design: Partner with equipment suppliers to design, specify, and deploy high- and low-volume assembly automation and injection molding equipment.
• Technical Bidding & Estimating: Lead technical RFQ and Development Agreement processes; compile manufacturing strategies and project cost estimates for key commercial bids.
• Customer & Team Representation: Represent Global Engineering in customer meetings to translate business requirements into technical engineering solutions.
• Project Delivery: Manage technical deliverables and cross-functional teams from concept through validation and full-scale commercialization.

Skills

Regulatory expertise

Project management

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related Science

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Terms

I am at least 18 years old

I am legally authorized to work in the United States

We are seeking an experienced Senior Automation Engineer to join a global healthcare manufacturing team in Greenfield, IN.

In this high-impact position, you will report to the Director of Global Device Manufacturing & Technology, supporting global engineering and commercial teams to bring new manufacturing processes and automated equipment online.

What's in It for You?

• Competitive Compensation: Top-tier salary structure ($133,647/yr).


• Comprehensive Benefits: Complete health, medical, dental, and financial wellness packages for you and your family.


• Career Growth: Access to continuous learning, mentorship, and global leadership development programs.


• Positive Culture: An inclusive work environment with opportunities to participate in local community outreach and sustainability initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Process & Equipment Design: Partner with equipment suppliers to design, specify, and deploy high- and low-volume assembly automation and injection molding equipment.


• Technical Bidding & Estimating: Lead technical RFQ (Request for Quotation) and Development Agreement processes; compile manufacturing strategies and project cost estimates for key commercial bids.


• Customer & Team Representation: Represent Global Engineering in customer meetings to translate business requirements into technical engineering solutions.


• Project Delivery: Manage technical deliverables and cross-functional teams from concept through validation and full-scale commercialization.

Working hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Skills

• Specialized Degrees: Degree preferred in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Tooling Engineering; Master's degree is a plus.


• Regulatory Expertise: Familiarity with medical device/packaging industry standards (ISO 13485, EU GMP, CFR Part 820, or GAMP 5).


• Business Acumen: Demonstrated grasp of operational and business development processes in a manufacturing environment.

Education:

High School

Experience:

1-4 years

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor?s degree in Engineering or a related Science discipline.

Experience: 3 to 5 years of technical engineering experience in automated manufacturing or tooling environments.

Technical Skills:

Hands-on knowledge of assembly automation (high- and low-volume) and injection mold tooling.

Deep understanding of machine design, equipment specification, and validation processes.

Key Competencies: Strong project resource planning, data analysis, cross-functional collaboration, and clear written/verbal communication skills.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [e-mail].

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).