Automation Engineer

Job Title: Automation EngineerDate: 2026Reports to: Automation Technology LeaderL&L Products is built on the basic philosophy that good people working together, listening to each other’s ideas with an open mind and everyone wanting to do a little better each day will ensure our success. L&L is a place where quality of work, product and relationships are a priority.What you’ll do: As an Automation Engineer, you will manage and design new Automation tooling and equipment. You will also support and improve current manufacturing systems.Duties / Responsibilities of this position: Develop new and support existing robotic automation systems. Projects often involve injection mold press tending, automated component feeding and assembly, laser marking, and vision inspection.Identify and implement appropriate new technology, controls and automation to maintain a competitive advantage in the market.Manage new projects considering budget/cost targets, delivery timelines and early build events.Communicate with customers, suppliers, and internal personnel during all phases of new launches.Troubleshoot and coordinate appropriate response measures for existing production equipment.Responsible for electrical controls, simulation, programming, debug, and start-up assistance.Lead process development efforts for single component and 2 component liquid dispense applications. This includes specifying equipment and performing material trials.Ability to travel as needed (<10%) when support is required at off-site equipment installations.Ability to occasionally support 2nd and 3rd shifts as needed.This position works closely with all levels of the organization to fulfill needs. Activities of this person may include (but are not limited to):Design & management of new automated equipmentDevelop project proposals, budgets, timelines, & open issue logsGeneration and modification of control & pneumatic schematicsRobot, PLC, & HMI programmingEnsure that equipment performs as specifiedCollaboration with outside vendors to ensure that all project goals are met.Work with internal skilled trades, operators, and outside vendors to troubleshoot hardware and software issues.Job Requirements: Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering3-5yrs applicable electrical controls & automation experience preferredCAD ExperienceExcellent Communication SkillsProject ManagementKnowledge of Robotic Systems & Programming preferredKnowledge of Pneumatic Circuits preferredKnowledge of Electrical systems, examples may include:NEC CodeControl CircuitsMotion ControlPLC ProgrammingSoftware Used:AutoCad/Draftsight - 2D CADSolidWorks - 3D CADFanuc & Sepro Robotic programmingAllen Bradley PLC programmingVision Inspection System programmingRoboGuide Simulation & Visual ComponentsMicrosoft Word, Excel, Access and PowerPointOracle ERPCore Competencies: Performance DrivenCommunicationCustomer CentricPassion/ValuesInnovationSafety/SustainabilityCollaborationPhysical Demands Analysis: Occasional lifting, pushing and pulling up to 30 lbs.Occasional carrying up to 30 lbs.Occasional climbing stairsFrequent use of a robotic teach pendentFrequent use of small handheld toolsFrequent computer work using keyboard and mouseFrequent sitting at deskFrequent use of computer monitorFrequent standing and walkingOccasional bending, stooping, twisting or balancingRare crawling or kneelingContinuously wear required respirator (e.g., N95, PAPR, Half-Face) when performing specific tasks.Environmental Conditions:Inside Work – continuousOutside Work – occasionalHot/Cold – occasionalHumid/Dry – occasionalElectrical/Pneumatic/Hydraulic systems – frequentDust/Vapor Fumes – rareHazardous Machines – rareMoving Objects – occasionalLoud Noise – rareNever = Not Required/Never (0%)Rare = Seldom/Rare (Not daily – 1-10%)Occasional = Minor/Occasional (Less than 3 hours – 11-33%)Frequent = Required/Frequent (For 3-5 hours – 34-64%)Continuous = Major/Continuous (More than 5 hours – 64-100%)BenefitsExcellent total compensation package100% company paid medical, dental, and visionOnsite medical clinicGenerous 401K contributionsTop-notch wellness program with a focus on your total well-beingEqual Opportunity EmployerL&L Products does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, weight, height, marital status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. L&L Products will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in undue hardship.