Automation Engineer (3839)

FlexTek

$88K — $105K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of hands-on experience in automation engineering
  • Proficient in programming and troubleshooting FANUC robotic systems
  • Strong background in Siemens PLC and HMI programming
  • Familiar with industrial vision systems like Cognex or Keyence
  • Exposure to machine communications and M2M connectivity
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience

Responsibilities

  • Optimize and program existing FANUC robotic systems
  • Increase utilization of collaborative robots (cobots)
  • Design and troubleshoot Siemens PLC and HMI control systems
  • Integrate vision systems into manufacturing processes
  • Support Industry 4.0 initiatives with machine connectivity
  • Lead automation projects from concept to implementation
  • Identify and implement automation solutions to improve production efficiency
  • Develop the site's automation capabilities

Benefits

  • Direct hire position with a stable, growing manufacturer
  • Significant ownership and autonomy in a stand-alone engineering role
  • Opportunity to shape the company's robotics and automation strategy
  • Work with cutting-edge manufacturing technologies
  • Mentoring and leading future automation initiatives
Full Job Description
FlexTek is partnering with an innovative manufacturing company to hire an experienced Automation Engineer who thrives in a hands-on manufacturing environment. This is a high-impact opportunity for someone who enjoys robotics, controls, and driving automation improvements that make a measurable difference.

What You'll Do

  • Optimize and program existing FANUC robotic systems
  • Increase utilization of an established fleet of collaborative robots (cobots)
  • Design, troubleshoot, and improve Siemens PLC and HMI control systems
  • Integrate vision systems into manufacturing processes
  • Support Industry 4.0 initiatives through machine connectivity and automation
  • Lead automation projects from concept through implementation
  • Improve production efficiency by identifying and implementing automation solutions
  • Develop the site's automation capabilities


What We're Looking For

  • Experience programming and troubleshooting robots
  • Strong Siemens PLC and HMI programming experience
  • Knowledge of industrial vision systems (Cognex, Keyence, or similar
  • Experience with industrial controllers, machine communications, and M2M connectivity ABB robotics experience is a plus
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering preferred, but equivalent automation experience will be considered


Why You'll Love This Opportunity

  • Direct Hire with a stable and growing manufacturer
  • Stand-alone engineering role with significant ownership and autonomy
  • Opportunity to shape the company's robotics and automation strategy
  • Work with advanced manufacturing technologies in a collaborative environment
  • Visible role with opportunities to mentor and lead future automation initiatives

Location: North Houston, TX (Near IAH Airport)

If you're ready to take ownership of automation initiatives and make a lasting impact, we'd love to connect.

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