Manufacturing Automation Engineer

• Develop and execute a five-year strategic automation roadmap
• Define the technical scope for manufacturing automation projects, including AGVs, robotics, and cobots
• Lead and coordinate complex, long-term engineering projects from inception to completion within budget and schedule guidelines
• Identify and implement automation opportunities across receiving, storage, material handling, coating, finishing, and shipping
• Act as a technical mentor, providing guidance and coaching to site-level technical teams
• Partner with international regions to benchmark and transfer best-in-class automation solutions worldwide
• Represent the organization as the prime technical contact on major contracts and projects
• Interact with senior external personnel and internal leadership
• Provide technical solutions to difficult problems as part of the MG-NA Process Technology team
• Report to the Technical Director

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related scientific field is required
• Master's degree is preferred
• Minimum of 10+ years of engineering experience in controls/automation including capital projects
• 7+ years of experience will be considered for those with Master's engineering degrees
• In-depth knowledge and experience in the specialty
• Strong background in industrial electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
• Ability to complete difficult technical assignments without immediate supervision
• Proficiency in AutoCAD to develop and update complex drawings (P&IDs, PFDs)
• Experience with MS Project or Smartsheet for project tracking
• Working knowledge of Six Sigma and ELS principles preferred
• Experience with high-volume manufacturing processes and capital equipment purchasing
• Strong verbal and written skills
• Ability to interface effectively with cross-functional groups to define and execute requirements
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time, both domestic and international

• Health & wellness benefits starting on day 1 of employment
• Paid parental leave
• 401K eligibility
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program eligibility / Health Advocate
• Paid vacation and paid holidays