Automation Engineer

Addison Group is working with a pharmaceutical manufacturing company in search for an Automation Engineer to join their team. This is hybrid onsite in Hanover PA, please apply to be considered!Senior Automation Controls & Vision EngineerOverviewThe Senior Automation Controls & Vision Engineer will play a critical role in designing, developing, integrating, and optimizing advanced automation and vision-based inspection systems across the Global Manufacturing Supply Chain. This position operates within the Automation Engineering department and collaborates closely with R&D, manufacturing, quality, and software engineering teams to ensure reliable deployment of vision-enabled automation for defect detection and high-quality manufacturing performance.Vision System Integration & Engineering• Lead integration of machine vision systems—leveraging technologies from Cognex, Keyence, Teledyne, SICK, Fanuc, KUKA, Dalsa, and other industry vendors—into automated manufacturing processes for defect detection and quality control.• Configure and optimize machine vision setups, including lighting, positioning, vibration control, reflections, and lens selection, to maximize inspection reliability.• Develop and refine image‑processing algorithms to identify, classify, and analyze manufacturing defects.Automation Controls & PLC Responsibilities• Design, program, test, and deploy automation control solutions with a strong emphasis on Allen‑Bradley PLCs (ControlLogix, CompactLogix, FactoryTalk, etc.).• Develop HMI interfaces, safety interlocks, communication networks, and integrated control architectures supporting automation and vision‑inspection functions.• Troubleshoot and improve electrical control systems, control panel hardware, and machine performance.•Program, integrate, and troubleshoot Epson and ABB robots for automated handling, inspection, and machine‑tending applications.• Partner with manufacturing engineering teams to integrate robots with PLCs, vision systems, and custom tooling.• Evaluate automation and vision system performance to reduce defects, improve throughput, and increase equipment reliability.• Support Industry 4.0 and IoT initiatives to enable connected, data‑driven manufacturing systems.Vendor & Cross‑Functional Collaboration• Manage relationships with vision system vendors and automation equipment suppliers, including evaluating new technologies and supporting hardware/software upgrades.• Collaborate with R&D, quality, software engineering, and manufacturing teams to align technical solutions with production requirements.• Create and maintain technical documentation such as equipment specifications, test protocols, system requirements, procedures, drawings, and SOPs.• Support development of engineering standards for custom automated manufacturing equipment.Required Education• Bachelor’s Degree in EngineeringPreferred Education• Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field; Master’s Degree preferred.Required Experience• 5+ years in automation controls or vision system engineering, including vision‑based defect detection and integration of major vision platforms.• Strong proficiency in Allen‑Bradley PLC programming.• Hands‑on experience with vision system setup (lighting, vibration, positioning, lensing, reflection reduction, etc.).• Programming experience in C++ or Python for automation or vision applications.• Proven ability to lead automation or vision system projects from concept through deployment.Preferred Experience & Skills• Experience with Epson and/or ABB robot programming.• Medical device manufacturing experience.• Experience with automated vision inspection and scanning hardware/software.• Knowledge of OSHA, ANSI, and relevant safety regulations.• Strong skills in root‑cause analysis and technical/validation document writing.• Ability to manage multiple concurrent automation projects.Licenses & Certifications• Knowledge of Lean/Six Sigma methodologies; Green Belt or Black Belt preferred.Travel Requirements• Up to 25% travel, including international travel.Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(K)