EATON

Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Automation

EATON$86K — $126K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field.
  • Minimum 2 years in automated assembly or machining environments.
  • 3+ years of manufacturing experience preferred.
  • Experience with PLC programming and logic.
  • Familiarity with Industry 4.0 technologies and Lean Six Sigma.

Responsibilities

  • Lead strategic engineering initiatives for manufacturing process improvement.
  • Manage budget, timelines, and goals for Industry 4.0 projects.
  • Support systems integration for machine connectivity and data acquisition.
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams to execute projects effectively.
  • Train plant personnel on Industry 4.0 tools and foster technology adoption.

Benefits

  • Health and welfare benefits.
  • Retirement benefits.
  • Programs for paid and unpaid time away from work.
Full Job Description
Eaton's Power Components Division is currently seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Automation. This is an on-site position based at our Beaver, PA facility. Relocation assistance is available!

The expected annual salary range for this role is $86000 - $126000 a year.

Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

What you'll do:

The Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Automation will lead strategic engineering initiatives focused on improving manufacturing processes, systems, and equipment. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader with a strong background in process optimization, automation, and project execution.

Essential Functions:
  • Industry 4.0 Project Leadership: Develop expertise in Industry 4.0 tools and technologies and serve as a subject matter expert (SME). Manage budget, timelines, and objectives for Industry 4.0 projects including automation, digital core, IIoT, additive manufacturing, and systems integration. Align automation project objectives with plant continuous improvement initiatives. Assist manufacturing teams in developing, submitting, and obtaining approval for business cases related to Industry 4.0 opportunities. Train key plant personnel on Industry 4.0 tools and technologies to ensure adoption and sustainment.


  • Systems Integration: Guide and support plant teams on machine connectivity and data acquisition activities. Support integration of manufacturing technologies and digital systems.


  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with plant leadership, IT, Operational Excellence, Production, Quality, Facilities, and Engineering teams to execute projects. Work closely with SMEs from Advanced Manufacturing, Industry 4.0, and Process Optimization teams.


What will make you successful?
A successful candidate is a self-directed manufacturing automation professional who leverages strong problem-solving and facilitation skills to drive impactful results. You have hands-on experience with PLC programming, Industry 4.0 technologies, and digital manufacturing solutions along with a strong foundation in Lean Six Sigma, enabling you to identify and implement process improvements across manufacturing operations. You excel at leading cross-functional teams, communicating effectively with stakeholders at all levels, and managing projects from concept through execution. We are looking for candidates who are diverse in their backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, and who can bring fresh and innovative ideas to our team.

Qualifications:

Required (Basic) Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering discipline or related from an accredited institution
  • Minimum 2 years of engineering experience in automated assembly and/or machining production environment
  • Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Industrial, Electrical, Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering from an accredited institution
  • 3+ years of manufacturing experience in an assembly or machining/manufacturing production environment, including Automation & Robotics
  • Experience in PLC logic and programming with PLCs
  • Experience with Industry 4.0 technologies
  • Lean/Six sigma experience
  • Project management experience


All positions may require participation in video and in-person interviews as part of the hiring process. All candidates will be evaluated based on job-related competencies, and all candidates' privacy rights and data security will be protected in accordance with applicable laws.

We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Click here for more detail: Eaton Benefits Overview. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

About EATON

Eaton Corporation plc is a multinational power management company with 2020 sales of $17.9 billion, founded in the US. Eaton provides energy-efficient solutions that help customers effectively manage electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical power more efficiently, safely, and sustainably. Eaton operates through three main business segments: Electrical Products, Electrical Systems and Services, and Hydraulics. The Electrical Products segment designs, manufactures, markets, and sells electrical components, such as circuit breakers, switches, and electrical protection and control devices. The Electrical Systems and Services segment offers electrical power distribution and assemblies, as well as engineering services and automation and control solutions. The Hydraulics segment provides products such as pumps, motors, valves, cylinders, and filtration products. Eaton has a global presence with operations in North America, Europe, Asia, and other regions.
Learn more about EATON
Size
85,947 employees
Market Cap
$62.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.4 billion
Founded
2009
5 Year Trend
-0.1%
Revenue
$17.8 billion
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