Manufacturing Engineer

Position: Automation Application EngineerLocation: Batavia, OHLength: Full timeRate: $105,000-$145,000/yr(Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education)JOB DESCRIPTIONInsight Global is seeking an Automation Application Engineer to work onsite in Batavia, OH. This individual will play a critical role in the programming, integration, commissioning, and support of automation systems used in injection molding applications. Working directly with customers, equipment suppliers, and internal engineering teams, you'll help bring automation solutions from installation through startup while ensuring optimal performance in the field. Responsibilities • Partner with customers and automation equipment suppliers to deliver fully integrated automation solutions for injection molding operations. • Support the integration, startup, and commissioning of injection molding machines, robotics, auxiliary equipment, and automation systems. • Program, install, optimize, and commission robotic and automated manufacturing systems. • Participate in Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and customer validation activities. • Troubleshoot automation, controls, robotics, and equipment issues in both manufacturing and customer site environments. • Provide ongoing technical support to customers and collaborate with engineering teams to resolve operational challenges. • Train customers on equipment operation, maintenance procedures, and automation best practices. • Maintain detailed documentation related to programming changes, commissioning activities, installations, and technical updates. • Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on automation standards, programming methods, and field service processes. • Travel extensively to support new installations, system startups, customer training, and service-related needs.REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE- 3+ years of experience in industrial automation, controls, robotics, or related manufacturing environments - Experience supporting field installations, commissioning, equipment startup, and customer support activities - Robot programming experience - PLC, HMI, controls, and auxiliary equipment integration experience - Experience with Fanuc, ABB, Yaskawa, KUKA, Sepro, B&R, Beckhoff, or similar automation platforms - Manufacturing industry