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LeoForce lists this Automation Engineer - Day Shift! opportunity in fridley, Minnesota. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Fridley, MN, US
Job Description
Experience: Mid Level
Salary: $112,000 - $130,000 per year
Job Details
What You'll Be Doing
Design custom automation equipment, machine retrofits, robotic work cells, and end-of-arm tooling using SolidWorks
Create detailed drawings, assemblies, and bills of materials
Design for manufacturability, reliability, maintainability, and performance
Support machine builds, testing, and implementation
Electrical Design & Controls
Design electrical control systems, panels, wiring layouts, and component selections using SkyCAD
Read and interpret electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics
Ensure designs meet industry safety standards and best practices
Support system troubleshooting, validation, and startup activities
PLC Programming & Robotics
Program and troubleshoot PLCs utilizing:
Allen Bradley Studio 5000
RSLogix 500 / 5000
Mapware7000
Develop and integrate robotic automation solutions
Program and support Fanuc robots and automated manufacturing equipment
Develop HMI interfaces using FactoryTalk View Studio, Maple Systems EBPro, and Mapware 7000
Design automation systems utilizing state-machine logic architecture
Project Leadership
Lead automation projects from concept through commissioning
Develop project plans and coordinate internal resources
Work closely with manufacturing, engineering, technicians, and customers
Support installation, startup, commissioning, training, and post-deployment troubleshooting
Ensure projects are completed on schedule and within scope
Qualifications Required
5+ years of experience working with automation equipment and systems
Experience with PLC programming and industrial controls
Strong understanding of automation, machine design, robotics, or manufacturing systems
Ability to read mechanical drawings and electrical schematics
Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally
Preferred
Associate's Degree in Automation Engineering, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or related field
Experience with SolidWorks and SkyCAD
Experience programming Fanuc robots
Experience with HMI development and industrial automation integration
Manufacturing automation experience
A bit about us:
We have been a leading manufacturer of seals and rubber products since 1955. Capabilities include i n-house tool shop and mold design for quick prototyping of injection, compression and transfer tools, compound development and material test lab with over 1000 existing formulations.
We are seeking an Automation Engineer to lead the design, development, programming, and implementation of custom automation solutions within a manufacturing environment. This is a hands-on engineering role that combines machine design, controls programming, robotics integration, and project leadership.
If you enjoy taking projects from concept through startup and want the opportunity to work with cutting-edge automation technologies, this could be the perfect fit.
Why join us?
Work on highly customized automation projects from concept through completion
Gain exposure to machine design, controls engineering, robotics, and system integration
Opportunity to make a direct impact on manufacturing efficiency and innovation
Collaborative engineering environment with strong technical leadership
Variety of projects with significant ownership and autonomy
Stable, growing organization investing heavily in automation and technology
Excellent opportunity for long-term technical and leadership growth
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Who can apply
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