Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Automation

Eaton Corporation; Beaver (Beaver County); On-site; USD 86,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Welfare benefits

Retirement benefits

Time off programs

Job summary

Eaton Corporation is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Automation for an on-site position at our Beaver, PA facility. You will manage budgets and timelines for Industry 4.0 automation projects while collaborating with various teams, and guiding plant personnel on areas like machine connectivity.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering and at least 2 years of relevant experience. Preferred qualifications include 3+ years in manufacturing, strong analytical skills, and knowledge of automation technologies.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of engineering experience in automation or machining production environment.
• Experience in PLC logic and programming.
• 3+ years of manufacturing experience with Automation & Robotics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage budget, timelines for Industry 4.0 projects including automation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute projects.
• Guide and support teams on machine connectivity and data acquisition.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial, Electrical, Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

PLC programming

Industry 4.0 technologies

Lean/Six Sigma

Job description

Eaton’s Power Components Division is currently seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Automation for an on‑site position at our Beaver, PA facility.

The expected annual salary range for this role is $86,000 - $126,000 a year. Please note that the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

What you’ll do

• Manage budget, timelines, and objectives for industry 4.0 projects including automation, Digital core, IIoT, additive manufacturing, and systems integration.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams/resources to execute projects – plant leadership, Information Technology, Operational Excellence, Production, Quality, Facilities and Engineering.
• Work closely with subject matter experts (SME) from Electrical Sector Advanced Manufacturing, I4.0, and Process Optimization Teams.
• Guide and support plant teams on machine connectivity and data acquisition activities.
• Align automation project objectives with plant continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist manufacturing teams in the development, submission, and approval of business cases for industry 4.0 project opportunities.
• Train key plant personnel on industry 4.0 tools and technologies being deployed to ensure successful adoption and sustainment.
• Develop knowledge and expertise in industry 4.0 tools and technologies to be a SME.

Qualifications

Required (Basic) Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 2 years of engineering experience in automated assembly or machining production environment.

No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates within a 50‑mile radius of the specified job location(s) will be considered. Active Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.

Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F‑1 to H‑1B, H‑1B cap registration, O‑1, E‑3, TN status, I‑485 job portability, etc.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial, Electrical, Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering from an accredited institution.
• 3+ years of manufacturing experience in an assembly or machining/manufacturing production environment, including Automation & Robotics.
• Knowledge and experience in automation and robotics, including programming.
• Experience in PLC logic and programming with PLCs.
• Experience with Industry 4.0 technologies.
• Familiarity with problem solving methodologies, e.g., 8D, 5 Why, A3.
• Lean/Six sigma experience.
• Project management experience.

Skills

• Ability to perform work with little or no direct supervision.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving and facilitation skills.
• Ability to lead and work cross‑functionally.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job‑related reasons regardless of an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Second Chance Employment

Eaton believes in second‑chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and other local laws.

Reasonable Accommodation

To request a disability‑related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application, or interview process, please call us at 1‑800‑836‑6345 to discuss your specific need. Only accommodation requests will be accepted by this phone number.

Benefits

Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.