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Sr Automation Engineer

Manchester, New Hampshire · Manufacturing

Senior Automation Engineer – Robotics & Advanced Manufacturing

📍 Hollis, New Hampshire (On-Site)
💼 Full Time | Engineering & Automation
💰 Competitive Base Salary + Bonus + Benefits

A fast-growing, engineering-driven automation organization is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer to lead the design, programming, integration, and commissioning of advanced robotic and automated manufacturing systems. This role is essential in delivering high-complexity automation solutions for major industrial and manufacturing clients.

You will work hands-on with robotics, controls, software, custom machinery, and advanced automation technologies while collaborating with a talented engineering team. This position is perfect for someone who thrives in technical problem-solving, system integration, and leading automation projects from concept to commissioning.


Key Responsibilities

  • Design, program, and integrate automation systems including robotics, PLCs, HMIs, machine vision, and motion control.

  • Develop system specifications, functional requirements, electrical designs, panel layouts, and documentation.

  • Lead commissioning activities including FAT, SAT, debugging, optimization, and final system acceptance.

  • Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, software, and manufacturing engineers to deliver turnkey systems.

  • Implement improvements for system performance, reliability, and safety across automation projects.

  • Support customer meetings, technical reviews, demonstrations, and on-site technical deployments.

  • Guide junior engineers and contribute to technical standards and best practices.


Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Robotics, Mechatronics, or Automation Engineering (Master’s preferred)

  • 5–15 years of experience in industrial automation, robotics, or custom system integration

  • Hands-on experience with:

    • Robotics (FANUC, ABB, KUKA, UR, etc.)

    • PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Beckhoff)

    • Motion/servo systems, pneumatics, sensors

    • HMI/SCADA development

  • Experience designing or integrating custom automated machinery in manufacturing settings

  • Strong troubleshooting, debugging, and project leadership skills

  • Ability to work onsite daily in Hollis, NH, and travel as needed for customer support


Why This Opportunity

  • Join a technical organization delivering advanced automation solutions.

  • Work with cutting-edge robotics and industry-leading automation technologies.

  • High-impact, hands-on engineering role with project ownership.

  • Growth-oriented environment with long-term advancement potential.

  • Competitive pay, full benefits, and performance bonus.

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