Automation Engineer

Automation EngineerOxford, CT$100,000–$125,000Monday–Friday | Days | OnsiteHigh Speed Manufacturing PlantWe’re recruiting for an experienced Automation Engineer to join an established manufacturing facility and contract manufacturing company in Oxford, CT.This is an excellent opportunity to lead complex automation projects involving robotics, PLCs, tooling and advanced manufacturing systems. You will help improve production efficiency, quality and scalability while supporting new equipment and product introductions.Strong hands-on experience with PLC programming, robotics and manufacturing automation is required.What You’ll DoLead automation, robotics and tooling projects from concept through implementationProgram and troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipmentIntegrate and optimize 3-axis, 5-axis and 6-axis roboticsDesign parts, fixtures and End-of-Arm Tooling using SolidWorks or CimatronSupport vision systems, sensors, pneumatics, hydraulics and motion controlsLead new equipment, product and automation validationTroubleshoot complex production issues and implement corrective actionsManage capital equipment specifications, justification and installationImprove automation performance, downtime, cost and process capabilityDevelop automation standards and mentor engineers and techniciansWhat We’re Looking For5+ years’ automation or manufacturing engineering experienceStrong PLC programming and troubleshooting skillsExperience integrating and programming industrial robotsKnowledge of EOAT, fixture design, vision systems and sensorsUnderstanding of low-voltage controls and three-phase powerAbility to interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawingsSolidWorks, Cimatron or similar 3D CAD experienceKnowledge of machine safety standards and risk assessmentsBachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Mechatronics Engineering preferredApplyClick Apply or contact:Sam Wild945-256-5118sam@axionrecruitment.comReference: 2835Commutable from: Oxford, Waterbury, New Haven, Bridgeport, Danbury, Shelton and surrounding areas.Relevant Job Titles: Automation Engineer, Robotics Engineer, Controls Engineer, Manufacturing Automation Engineer, Mechatronics Engineer, Automation Project Engineer, Robotics Automation Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Process Automation Engineer, Senior Automation Engineer, Controls and Automation Engineer, Automation Systems Engineer.Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available.Axion Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.