Shipyard Automation Engineer: Build Autonomous Systems

Saronic

Brownsville (TX)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 160,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Paid time off

Parental Leave

Competitive salary

401(k) plan

Stock options

Life and disability insurance

Pet insurance

Free lunch & snacks

Job summary

Saronic Technologies seeks a Manufacturing Automation Engineer to lead automation across Port Alpha production processes, from concept through production launch. You will partner with Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, and Quality to deliver scalable automation solutions that improve throughput, quality, and cost efficiency.

The role emphasizes DFMA, system integration with MES, and robust validation with cross-functional teams in a shipyard environment.

Qualifications

Bachelor-level degree in an engineering discipline related to manufacturing automation.
5+ years in manufacturing automation or production equipment development.
Experience with automated systems in high-volume or heavy fabrication environments.
Strong understanding of robotics, PLCs, HMIs, sensors, pneumatics, servo systems, and machine vision.
Experience with PFMEA, validation methodologies, and production launch activities.
Ability to read mechanical drawings and electrical schematics; manage external vendors.

Responsibilities

Own automation projects from concept through commissioning and launch.
Develop automation roadmaps and business cases for scalable production.
Collaborate with Design Engineering to ensure DFMA for automation-ready vessels and structures.
Define equipment specifications, SOWs, acceptance criteria, and validation plans.
Coordinate integration with MES, quality systems, and production controls.
Drive continuous improvements in OEE, yield, uptime, and cycle time through automation.