Automation Engineer

• The Blueprint (Role Profile)
• This role supports Apex Tool Group’s manufacturing operations in Nogales, Arizona and works closely with engineering leadership to maintain and improve automation capabilities within the facility.
• The Build (Responsibilities)
• Support and maintain automated manufacturing equipment, controls systems, and production automation processes used within manufacturing and assembly operations.
• Program, troubleshoot, modify, and support PLCs, HMIs, robotics systems, servo systems, machine vision applications, sensors, and industrial automation equipment.
• Assist with implementation, integration, testing, validation, and startup of automated manufacturing equipment and controls-related process improvements.
• Develop and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, bills of material, controls documentation, and programming backups using AutoCAD Electrical or similar engineering software.
• Analyze automation and controls-related equipment issues and support root cause troubleshooting activities to improve equipment reliability and production uptime.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, maintenance, quality, and engineering teams to support production requirements, equipment performance, and automation improvements.
• Support manufacturing process optimization efforts through automation enhancements and controls system modifications.
• Work with automation vendors, equipment suppliers, and integrators to support technical requirements and equipment functionality.
• Assist with troubleshooting industrial communication systems, motion controls, sensors, drives, and electrical controls components used within manufacturing operations.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to safety, quality, manufacturing efficiency, and equipment performance.
• Maintain compliance with engineering standards, electrical safety requirements, and established manufacturing procedures.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team and provide support for additional tasks outside of primary responsibilities as needed.
• The Toolbox (Qualifications)
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a closely related technical discipline, such as Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or Automation Engineering
• 5+ years of experience as an Automation Engineer developing and supporting automated equipment.
• Experience with PLC, HMI, robotics, machine vision, and servo motion systems in industrial automation applications.
• Experience with industrial automation protocols, including EtherNet/IP, RS-485, and IO-Link.
• In-depth knowledge of electrical and controls engineering, including 110/220/440V single- and three-phase AC systems, as well as 12V and 24V DC power systems.
• Experience with PLC programming platforms such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Omron, or similar industrial automation systems.
• Experience supporting robotics systems, HMIs, machine vision systems, motion controls, and automated manufacturing equipment.
• Experience developing and interpreting electrical schematics and controls documentation.

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