Automation Engineer II
On-site · Cornelia, Georgia, United States
Job Summary
Automation Engineer II to join Ethicon Georgia Campus Technical Operations in Cornelia, GA. Lead or support design, installation, validation, and optimization of manufacturing equipment or automation systems, while providing technical expertise to troubleshoot and resolve automation-related issues. Collaborate with internal cross-functional teams and external vendors to design new manufacturing equipment or modify existing equipment in alignment with regulatory, industry, and company standards. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment safety, quality, reliability, and efficiency. Prepare and deliver technical reports, project updates, and documentation. Coordinate training for operators and maintenance personnel on equipment operation and maintenance. Analyze equipment performance and maintenance trends to support asset lifecycle and capital investment decisions. Develop and present Capital Appropriation Requests (CARs) to support project scope and funding. Ensure compliance with all regulations, policies, and procedures; uphold environmental, health, safety, and Credo-based standards.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field is required
- 0–2 years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment, or relevant internship/co-op experience
- Hands-on experience with industrial automation systems such as PLCs (e.g., Allen Bradley or Siemens), robotics, or related control systems
- Experience working with industrial control systems, including PLCs/DCS, servomotors, vision systems, instrumentation, SCADA, or MES systems
- Ability to support equipment design, installation, qualification, troubleshooting, and optimization in a manufacturing environment
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
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