Rockwell Automation

Process Engineer

Rockwell Automation$80K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field.
  • Legal authorization to work in the U.S.
  • 2+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in electronics or high-volume environments (preferred).
  • Experience programming or optimizing Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) systems (preferred).
  • Familiarity with electronics manufacturing standards like IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001 (preferred).

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development and standardization of PCBA manufacturing processes.
  • Develop expertise in AOI technologies and inspection strategies.
  • Identify and implement new manufacturing technologies to enhance productivity.
  • Collaborate with product development teams to ensure manufacturability during launches.
  • Partner with various engineering and quality teams to solve complex manufacturing challenges.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance including Medical, Dental and Vision
  • 401k
  • Paid Time Off
  • Parental and Caregiver Leave
  • Flexible Work Schedule allowing for work-life balance.
Full Job Description
Job Description

You are a Manufacturing Process Engineer that can lead the development, deployment, and continuous improvement of PCBA manufacturing processes, assembly technologies, and inspection systems across global operations. You will be a technical expert in Automated Optical Inspection (AOI), driving inspection strategies, program optimization, defect reduction, and technology advancements that improve quality, efficiency, and process capability. Partnering with global manufacturing, engineering, and product teams, you will implement best practices and evaluate new technologies. You will also solve complex manufacturing challenges and establish global standards that support operational excellence, product reliability, and cost competitiveness across the enterprise. You can work at one of three locations: Twinsburg, OH; Mayfield Heights, OH; or Mequon, WI. This position is available for Rockwell Automation Hybrid work program, reporting to the Manager, PCBA Process Engineering.

Your Responsibilities:
  • Lead Global PCBA Process Development - Develop, deploy, and standardize manufacturing processes, equipment, and best practices to improve quality, reliability, and operational performance across Rockwell Automation manufacturing locations.
  • Be an AOI Technical Subject Matter Expert - Develop expertise in AOI technologies, inspection strategies, and programming methodologies; drive inspection optimization, standardization, and implementation of advanced inspection capabilities.
  • Guide Technology and Continuous Improvement Initiatives - Identify, evaluate, and implement new manufacturing and inspection technologies that improve yield, reduce defects, enhance productivity, and lower manufacturing costs.
  • Support New Product Introduction and Manufacturing Readiness - Collaborate with product development teams to ensure manufacturability, inspectability, and robust process controls are established during product launch activities.
  • Provide Global Technical Leadership and Collaboration - Partner with Manufacturing, Quality, Product Engineering, and Operations teams to resolve complex manufacturing challenges, establish engineering standards, and share best practices across the enterprise. Including identification, review and deployment of industry leading software and hardware


The Essentials - You Will Have:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Relevant Field.
  • Legal authorization to work in the U.S. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.


The Preferred - You Might Also Have:
  • Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related technical discipline.
  • Minimum 2 years of manufacturing engineering experience in electronics or high-volume manufacturing environments.
  • Experience programming, troubleshooting, or optimizing AOI systems.
  • Experience with AOI platforms such as Koh Young, Omron, MIRTEC, Viscom, CyberOptics, or similar technologies.
  • Knowledge of SMT manufacturing processes including stencil printing, component placement, solder reflow, and inspection.
  • Experience with SPC, Minitab, JMP, Power BI, or similar data analysis tools.
  • Familiarity with IPC-A-610, J-STD-001, and related electronics manufacturing standards.
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent continuous improvement training.
  • Experience supporting NPI and process validation activities.


What We Offer:
  • Health Insurance including Medical, Dental and Vision
  • 401k
  • Paid Time off
  • Parental and Caregiver Leave
  • Flexible Work Schedule where you will work with your manager to enjoy a work schedule that can be flexible with your personal life.
  • To learn more about our benefits package, please visit at www.raquickfind.com.


This position is part of a job family. Experience will be the determining factor for position level and compensation.

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Rockwell Automation's hybrid policy aligns that employees are expected to work at a Rockwell location at least Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays unless they have a business obligation out of the office.

About Rockwell Automation

Rockwell Automation works with investments in industrial automation and aids other businesses with automation technology strategy.

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Size
24,500 employees
Market Cap
$29.4 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.3 billion
Founded
1903
5 Year Trend
+4.2%
Revenue
$6.2 billion
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