Automation Engineer

SMC Corporation of America

$70K — $95K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Automation Engineering (3 years experience) OR a two-year diploma/certificate and 7 years of experience
  • Proficiency in EPLAN Electric P8 or similar (AutoCAD, SolidWorks)
  • Strong skills in power/control circuit design and motor control
  • Experience with control panel component sizing (breakers, drives, I/O modules)
  • Familiarity with NEC, NFPA 79, and UL 508A standards
  • Ability to interpret mechanical drawings for cable routing
  • Strong documentation skills for revision control.

Responsibilities

  • Develop detailed electrical schematics and panel layouts using EPLAN or equivalent
  • Design control panel assemblies, including component selection and enclosure sizing
  • Maintain wiring harness documentation, BOM, and interconnect drawings
  • Coordinate with engineers to ensure proper schematic accuracy for PLC/HMI I/O
  • Support panel builds and on-floor commissioning activities
  • Adhere to FDA regulation standards for documentation
  • Collaborate with vendors on component selection and lead times.

Benefits

  • Clean, climate-controlled work environment
  • Stable work schedule
  • Paid holidays and PTO
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Promotional opportunities
  • Training and career growth programs
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program
Full Job Description
Job Summary: Our Automated Manufacturing Systems group builds custom automated equipment for medical device manufacturing - ranging from benchtop assembly aids to fully integrated production systems. We are a small, specialized team where each person owns their discipline end-to-end.

We are looking for an Electrical Designer or Electrical Engineer with at least 3-7 years of experience who can take ownership of electrical panel design and schematic documentation across multiple concurrent projects. From concept through build and commissioning, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including mechanical engineers, software developers, and quality assurance personnel to ensure that all electrical components meet safety, reliability, and performance criteria.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:
• Develop detailed electrical schematics and panel layouts using EPLAN (preferred) or equivalent platform
• Design control panel assemblies including component selection, wire routing, DIN rail layout, and enclosure sizing
• Generate and maintain wiring harness documentation, BOM, and interconnect drawings
• Coordinate with engineers to ensure schematics accurately reflect PLC/HMI I/O and safety architecture
• Support panel builds and commissioning - be present on the floor, not just at your desk
• Work within an FDA-regulated environment; documentation must meet traceability and revision control standards
• Collaborate with procurement and fabrication vendors on component selection and lead times

Essential Qualifications:
• A Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Automation Engineering and 3 years of experience; OR a two-year post high school diploma / certificate in a related field and technical trade and 7 years of experience.
• Proficiency in EPLAN Electric P8 - or demonstrated ability to transition from AutoCAD Electrical, SolidWorks Electrical, or similar
• Solid understanding of power and control circuit design, motor control, and safety relay circuits
• Experience sizing and selecting control panel components (breakers, contactors, drives, I/O modules)
• Familiarity with NEC, NFPA 79, and UL 508A standards
• Able to read and mark up mechanical drawings to coordinate enclosure mounting and cable routing
• Strong documentation habits - clean, revision-controlled, self-explanatory drawings

Desirable Qualifications:
• Experience in a medical device or similarly regulated manufacturing environment
• Exposure to B&R Automation (preferred), Rockwell, Siemens, or Beckhoff PLC/HMI platforms
• Hands-on panel build or commissioning experience
• Familiarity with IEC 62061 or ISO 13849 safety standards

ADA Requirements:
• Stand, walk, bend, squat, twist, reach or otherwise move frequently
• Occasional repetitive motion and grasping
• Occasional climbing to reach areas on machines or racks
• Lift, move or otherwise transfer up to 50 lbs. occasionally, >20 lbs. frequently
• Typically sits, grasps items or performs keyboarding for occasional operation of a computer
• Exposure to typical machine shop physical hazards which may require respiratory protection

What SMC has to offer?

  • Clean, Climate-Controlled Environment
  • Stable schedule
  • Paid holiday and PTO
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement savings
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Promotional opportunities
  • Training and career growth programs
  • Amazing co-workers
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program


At SMC Ltd. we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work-therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process.

#IND

#LI-HN1

Similar Jobs

More Jobs at SMC Corporation of America

More Healthcare Jobs

Find similar Automation Engineer jobs: