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Automation Engineer
Mergon
Anderson, USA
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Senior · 5+ years experience
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Automation Engineer
Location: Anderson, SC Department: Engineering Reports To: Automation Supervisor
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We are seeking a hands-on Automation Engineer to support and improve automated manufacturing systems in a fast-paced production environment.
This role is responsible for programming, troubleshooting, and optimizing robotics, PLCs, HMIs, vision systems, and manufacturing controls to improve safety, quality, productivity, and equipment reliability.
The ideal candidate enjoys solving complex technical problems, working closely with production teams, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
What You'Ll Do
- Program, troubleshoot, and maintain PLC, HMI, and robotic automation systems.
- Support automated production equipment to maximize uptime and efficiency.
- Diagnose and resolve controls, electrical, and automation-related issues.
- Lead root cause analysis activities and implement corrective actions.
- Support new equipment installations, commissioning, and production launches.
- Develop and maintain automation documentation, schematics, and standards.
- Work closely with Production, Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering teams to improve plant performance.
- Identify opportunities to improve productivity, quality, and operational efficiency.
- Ensure compliance with all safety and regulatory requirements.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
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