Automation Projects Engineer
Core
Design, develop, and implement automated systems and solutions to support new manufacturing and operational initiatives across North America plants.
Role type
Senior IC Automation Projects Engineer
Builds
Automated systems, production lines, and manufacturing initiatives for Hunter Douglas plants
Domain
Manufacturing / Industrial Automation
Required skills
PLC programming, robotics integration, industrial networking, project management, vendor coordination, system integration, troubleshooting, continuous improvement
Preferred skills
Vision systems, VFDs, servo motion control, MES integration
Technologies
Allen Bradley, Beckhoff, Omron, Siemens, Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP, IO-Link
Responsibilities
Lead automation and controls scope for new equipment and production lines; Design, program, and deploy PLCs, HMIs, robotics, vision systems, VFDs, and industrial networks; Define project scope, technical specifications, budgets, and timelines; Manage multiple automation projects to meet cost, schedule, and performance targets; Drive RFQs, vendor selection, and coordinate design reviews, FATs, SATs, installation, and startup; Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Operations, IT, Quality, and Maintenance for system integration; Support machine connectivity, data acquisition, and integration with MES and IT platforms; Identify continuous improvement opportunities to enhance cycle time, OEE, and cost efficiency.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
