Automation Engineer - Circleville - Surge Staffing

    Surge Staffing
    Surge Staffing Circleville

    21 hours ago

    $75,000 - $135,000 (USD) per year *
    Description

    Circleville, OH
    Automotive Manufacturing | Injection Molding & Assembly
    $65,000 – $75,000 Base Salary
    1st Shift (7:30am – 4:00pm)

    Position Overview

    We are seeking an Automation Engineer to support injection molding and automated assembly operations in a high-volume automotive manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for PLC programming, process optimization, and automation troubleshooting to improve production efficiency, reliability, and quality.

    This is a hands-on engineering role ideal for someone with 2–4 years of experience in manufacturing automation who is looking to expand their technical scope and project ownership.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Develop and modify PLC/HMI programs (Omron, Keyence, Pro-face preferred)
    • Support injection molding and assembly line automation systems
    • Troubleshoot electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and robotic systems
    • Conduct time studies and analyze process performance
    • Assist with line layout development and process flow improvements
    • Support new model launches and automation integration
    • Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions
    • Collaborate cross-functionally with production, quality, tooling, and maintenance teams
    • Participate in continuous improvement (Kaizen) initiatives

    Qualifications

    • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field
    • 2–4 years of experience in automotive manufacturing or injection molding
    • Experience with PLC programming (Omron, Keyence, or similar platforms)
    • Knowledge of sensors, I/O systems, robotics, and industrial controls
    • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
    • Experience conducting time studies and process optimization
    • Proficient in Microsoft Office

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Experience with multi-platform PLC systems
    • Wiring knowledge
    • Experience supporting automated assembly lines
    • Project management exposure

    What We're Looking For

    • Hands-on automation engineer comfortable on the plant floor
    • Strong communicator who can work cross-functionally
    • Self-starter who can work independently with minimal supervision
    • Continuous improvement mindset

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    * This salary range is an estimation made by beBee
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