Automation Engineer

Design Hire is seeking an Automation Engineer to support factory automation systems within a semiconductor manufacturing environment. This role is a strong fit for someone with hands-on fab automation experience who can lead equipment integration troubleshoot complex systems and improve automated material movement across production areas.

Key Responsibilities

Lead automation projects involving automated material handling systems equipment movement robotics and factory control platforms.
Support integration between production tools automation infrastructure MES WMS and related manufacturing systems.
Work with vendors through specification review installation commissioning qualification acceptance testing and performance improvement.
Troubleshoot mechanical electrical controls communication software and networking issues affecting automation reliability.
Develop documentation SOPs maintenance standards troubleshooting guides and technical procedures for automation systems.

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering Mechatronics Automation Engineering Systems Engineering or a related discipline.
3 years of experience in semiconductor fab automation automated material handling electronics manufacturing or high-tech production environments.
Strong previous semiconductor fab experience required.
Experience with AGV/AMR fleets overhead transport systems robotics conveyors or automated warehouse systems.
Knowledge of PLC-based controls Ethernet/IP and other related industrial communication protocols.
Experience managing equipment vendors contractors FAT/SAT installation and system qualification.
Project management experience with the ability to lead multiple automation initiatives at once.
PLC programming fleet management software

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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