Automation Application Engineer

Job Description

An employer is looking for a 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.

Skills and Requirements

• 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
• Plastics industry experience is a plus
• AI experience

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected].