Sr. Automation Engineer - Manufacturing

Cambro Manufacturing; Huntington Beach (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Cambro Manufacturing seeks a Senior Automation Engineer with 10+ years in automation and robotics to design, develop, and implement automated manufacturing control systems. You will lead validation efforts, troubleshoot complex issues, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement while upholding safety standards.

The role requires strong PLC/HMI programming, robotics experience (6-axis, Star/Yushin), and project leadership across multiple facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Automation, or Industrial Engineering or verifiable/equivalent experience and vocational training in automation applications.
• Minimum 10 years manufacturing engineering experience, preferably in an injection molding environment.
• Ability to apply advanced math and statistics; capable of data-driven decisions.
• 2D/3D drawing on AutoCAD or SolidWorks required.
• Knowledge of GD&T (ANSI Y14.5 -2018) and industry codes (ADA, OSHA, NEC, NFPA, ISO).
• Travel to multiple facilities and suppliers in the USA and possibly internationally.

Responsibilities

• Develops, codes, and commissions automated systems including PLC programming, robotics and motion control.
• Troubleshoots and resolves complex technical issues to minimize downtime.
• Manages automation projects from scope to deployment with timelines.
• Validates protocols and ensures safety, quality standards compliance.
• Analyzes production workflows to optimize performance and reduce costs.
• Creates technical reports and electrical documentation; provides technical leadership and training.
• Coordinates with external vendors for design, procurement, and installation of new equipment.

Skills

Automation engineering

Project leadership

PLC programming

HMI programming

Robotics

Education

B.S. in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Automation/Industrial Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

MS Office

Job description

The successful candidate for this role will have 10+ years of experience with automation and robotics in addition to in leading projects. The Sr. Automation Engineer will design, develop and implement automated manufacturing equipment and control systems ( Industrial automation). Troubleshoot complex technical issues, lead validation efforts and collaborate with cross functional teams to integrate new technologies while ensuring continuous improvement and ensuring safety.

**Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.**

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Develops, codes, and commissions automated systems, including PLC programming, robotics and motion control systems.
• Troubleshoots and resolves complex technical issues, non-standard failures in automated machinery and control machinery to minimize downtime
• Manages automation projects, including scope, timelines and driving initiatives from design to deployment.
• Validates protocols and ensures all automation systems comply with safety, industry and quality standards.
• Analyzes production workflows and data to optimize performance, increase efficiency and reduce operational cost
• Creates technical reports, standard operating procedures, electrical documentation; Technical leadership and training.
• Coordinates with external vendors for design, procurement, and installation of new equipment.
• Maintain reliable and consistent attendance, including being punctual, and dependable in order to meet the needs of the department and the organization.
• Execute each essential duty satisfactorily in order to perform job successfully.
• Follows all safety procedures required in work area, wears PPE as needed, attends all safety meetings, and reports safety issues regarding equipment or unsafe/hazardous conditions.
• Performs effectively as a team member, able to work well with others, open to receive and give feedback, and treats everyone with respect.
• Takes ownership of own work and behavior, accepts accountability for own actions, encourages solutions, and communicates status of work/projects.
• Follow all department quality standards/criteria. Raise concerns and issues to immediate manager.
• Able to understand and demonstrate Cambro company culture, display company core values (Safety, Quality, Respect, and Service).
• Understands department’s key performance indicators and contributes to achieve these goals both individually and as a team.
• Other duties as needed or required.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Must be able to work overtime as needed, remain flexible and open to possible schedule changes in order to meet business needs.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Automation, or Industrial Engineering or verifiable/equivalent experience and vocational training in automation applications
• Minimum 10 years manufacturing engineering experience, preferably in an injection molding environment.
• Ability to apply concepts of advanced math and geometry including statistics. Must be able to analyze and make decisions based upon collected data.
• 2D or 3D drawing capability for automated equipment design on AutoCAD or SolidWorks required
• Knowledge of GD&T (ANSI Y14.5 -2018)
• Basic knowledge and understanding of industrial codes required (ADA, OSHA, NEC, NFPA, IBC, ISO)
• Ability to program and troubleshoot PLC controllers
• Ability to program and troubleshoot HMI units
• Ability to set-up, program, and troubleshoot Star Automation and/or Yushin robots
• Ability to set-up, program, and troubleshoot 6 axis robots
• Ability to design and write electrical schematics
• Ability to design, fabricate, and wire electrical control panels
• Ability to implement and program servo and stepper motor systems
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to create and edit text documents, spreadsheets, presentations, and schedules
• Digital photography and file manipulation of digital images experience required
• Working knowledge of pneumatic control circuits and electro-pneumatic troubleshooting, electrical control panel assembly and wiring, electrical control circuit design and troubleshooting, PLC programming and troubleshooting.
• Ability to travel to multiple facilities and suppliers in the USA and possibly internationally.
• Ability to manage multiple conflicting and sometime changing priorities.
• Has the ability to adapt quickly to new projects and assignments while being dedicated and an innovative problem solver. Is also a creative thinker who is results oriented, focused, and attentive to detail and accuracy.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Extensive Mechanical Desing and Engineering

Focused experience with Scada systems and Databases

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Sitting, walking, standing, bending at the neck, bending at the waist, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting at the neck and waist, repetitive use of hands, simple grasping, power grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling, reaching above and below the shoulder, carrying/lifting up to 75 lbs.

• Working around equipment and machinery
• Exposure to excessive noise
• Exposure to dust, gas, fumes or chemicals
• Working at heights
• Use of special visual or auditory protective equipment

PPE REQUIREMENTS

• Safety glasses
• Utility gloves
• Hardhat
• Hearing protection (e.g., earplugs, earmuffs)
• Face shields
• Face covering (mask) in accordance with company policy.

CAMBRO is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to and will not be discriminated against based upon race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.