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Staffmark is seeking a hands-on Senior Automation Engineer to bring custom automated machinery into operation and support startup, troubleshooting, robotics programming, controls integration, and customer-site commissioning. The role works across industrial automation, robotics, and advanced manufacturing systems, collaborating with engineering and service teams to resolve issues and meet performance expectations. It requires a bachelor's degree and 5+ years of relevant experience; SolidWorks or CAD design experience and industrial programming languages are preferred.
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Now Hiring Senior Automation EngineerLocation: York, PAPay Rate: $100,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year Safe Facility. Strong Team. You Run the Show. Are you a skilled Senior Automation Engineer with experience bringing custom automated machinery to life? We're seeking a hands-on automation professional to support system startup, troubleshooting, robotics programming, controls integration, and customer-site commissioning. This is a great opportunity for an experienced engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges in industrial automation, robotics, and advanced manufacturing environments. Education Requirements 1. Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics, or a related technical field required 2. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship Experience Requirements 1. 5+ years of experience in industrial automation, robotics, automated machinery startup, maintenance, service, or related technical work 2. Strong PLC and HMI experience required 3. Experience troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and controls systems 4. Knowledge of robotics, motion systems, conveyors, tooling, and vision systems 5. Ability to read electrical schematics and mechanical drawings 6. SolidWorks or CAD design experience preferred 7. Working knowledge of pneumatics and industrial components 8. Experience with structured text or similar industrial programming languages preferred 9. Strong customer communication and independent problem-solving skills Job Duties 1. Bring custom automated machinery into full operation after power-up 2. Configure equipment, update control programs, and troubleshoot system performance 3. Prepare and validate systems for factory acceptance testing 4. Lead commissioning on smaller projects and support larger automation systems 5. Program and tune robots, motion systems, and supporting equipment 6. Support integration of vision systems, conveyors, tooling, and controls 7. Assist with installation, startup, and site acceptance testing at customer locations 8. Work with engineering, service, mechanical, electrical, and controls teams to resolve issues 9. Provide technical feedback to support continuous improvement 10. Ensure equipment meets performance, reliability, and timeline expectations Physical Capabilities 1. Ability to work in industrial and manufacturing environments 2. Ability to perform physical tasks as needed during startup, testing, and commissioning 3. Willingness to travel approximately 25% 4. Frequent computer-based diagnostics, troubleshooting, and equipment interaction When 4 out of 5 of the crew say they'd bring their friends on board, with us you know you're doing it right. What You Get: 1. Good weekly pay 2. Medical, dental, and vision insurance 3. Life insurance + disability coverage 4. Optional 401(k) plan 5. Referral bonus for bringing a friend 6. Safety First - Always 7. Steady schedule and supportive team **A Typical Day:**Lead the line, coach the team, and keep safety and quality tight. Apply now and start leading. About Us At Staffmark, we connect hardworking people with great companies, creating opportunities that make a lasting impact. Staffmark is an equal opportunity employer. Allapplicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Staffmark offers reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities; contact your local branch for inquiries. Staffmark is an E-Verify employer. See our Privacy Notice for Candidates and Employees/Contractors at https://smgroupna.com/privacy-notice-for-candidates-and-employees-contractors. By applying, you consent to receive AI-generated and non-AI-generated calls, texts, or ema ls from Staffmark Group, its affiliates, and partners. Frequency varies and message/data rates may apply. Reply STOP to cancel or HELP for help. Staffmark Group is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of race, color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, mental and physical disability, political affiliation, union membership, status as a parent, military or veteran status or other non-merit based factors. We will provide reasonable accommodations throughout the application, interviewing and employment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, contact us. Pro Staff is an E-Verify employer. This policy is applicable to all phases of the employment relationship, including hiring, transfers, promotions, training, terminations, working conditions, compensation, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment.All employees are directed to familiarize themselves with this policy and to act in accordance with it. All decisions with respect to employment matters and other phases of employer-temporary employee relationships will be in keeping with this policy and in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations.
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