** Manufacturing Automation Engineer II at Omega Engineering Inc

Swedesboro, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Automation System Design, Continuous Improvement, PLC Programming, Robotics Implementation, Motion Control, Machine Vision, NPI Support, DFMA/DFA, PFMEA, A3 Problem Solving, RCA, Lean Manufacturing, System Integration, Machine Safety Compliance, Troubleshooting, ERP Systems

Industry

electrical;Appliances;and Electronics Manufacturing

Description

Description Manufacturing Automation Engineer II Swedesboro, NJ | Full-Time About the Role We’re looking for a Manufacturing Automation Engineer II who thrives at the intersection of automation, continuous improvement, and hands-on engineering. In this role, you’ll design, implement, and optimize automated and semi-automated manufacturing systems that improve throughput, reduce waste, and elevate product quality. If you enjoy solving complex production challenges, working cross-functionally, and seeing your automation solutions come to life on the factory floor, this is a role where your impact will be immediate and visible. Why Join Us Make a real impact by designing automation that goes directly into production Work in a collaborative, cross-functional environment where engineering drives results Be part of a culture focused on continuous improvement, innovation, and safety Opportunity to mentor others and grow your technical leadership What You’ll Do As a key technical leader within manufacturing, you will: Design, specify, procure, commission, and implement automated and semi-automated manufacturing equipment Develop and optimize automation strategies involving PLCs, robotics, motion control, machine vision, and automated test systems Lead and facilitate engineering activities such as DFA, PFMEA, A3 problem solving, DOE, RCA, and data analysis Serve as the operations lead for New Product Introductions (NPI) and engineering changes (ECNs/ECRs), ensuring automation readiness Partner with Lean/CI teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives that reduce defects, cycle time, and labor cost Support production through automation troubleshooting, PLC logic updates, HMI adjustments, and system upgrades Create and maintain routings, work instructions, process flows, control plans, and BOMs in ERP systems Apply Lean Manufacturing principles (5S, Kanban, SMED, line balancing) with an automation-first mindset Collaborate with suppliers and system integrators to evaluate and deploy new automation technologies Ensure compliance with OSHA and machine safety standards, implementing safety systems such as light curtains, e-stops, and LOTO Mentor and coach engineers, supporting technical growth and best practices Work cross-functionally with Operations, Quality, Logistics, Maintenance, IT/OT, and Technical Sales teams Technologies You’ll Work With PLCs & Controls: Allen-Bradley/Rockwell, Siemens, Omron, Mitsubishi, Schneider Electric Robotics: ABB, FANUC, Yaskawa Motoman, Universal Robots, Kawasaki Vision & Sensors: Cognex, Keyence, Sick, Banner, Panasonic Motion Control: Kinetix, Bosch Rexroth, Festo, Parker Hannifin Design & Manufacturing Software: SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Mastercam, ANSYS Data & Quality: Minitab, JMP, SPC, MES, NI LabVIEW ERP Systems: SAP, Oracle, Infor, Epicor, Microsoft Dynamics Requirements What You Bring Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Controls, Mechatronics, Manufacturing, Mechanical, or related), or equivalent hands-on automation experience 5+ years of manufacturing engineering experience preferred with significant responsibility for automation Hands-on experience programming and troubleshooting PLC-controlled production systems Proven experience designing and supporting automated equipment (robotics, motion control, sensors, actuators, safety devices) Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve automation-related production issues Experience supporting NPI and design changes, with DFMA/DFA focus Working knowledge of PFMEA, control plans, routings, BOMs, and ERP/MRP systems Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel for automation data analysis Preferred / Nice to Have Lean or Six Sigma certification Experience with automated electromechanical assembly or joining processes (welding, brazing, soldering) Familiarity with CE/UL compliance, safety PLCs, and machine risk assessments Compensation & Transparency We believe in transparent and equitable pay. All U.S. job postings include a good-faith salary range based on role, location, experience, and internal equity. We’re happy to discuss compensation openly throughout the hiring process.

Responsibilities

The engineer will design, specify, procure, commission, and implement automated and semi-automated manufacturing equipment, developing strategies involving PLCs, robotics, and vision systems. They will also lead engineering activities like DFA, PFMEA, and serve as the operations lead for New Product Introductions and engineering changes.