Automation Engineer III Speed Packaging

Automation Engineer III – High-Speed Packaging

Engineering

Fort Worth, Texas, US

12 month contract - Conversion potential

Pay:  per hour doe

Benefits: Medical, Dental at 30 days, (Holiday, PTO 401K matching at 6 months)

Exciting Automation Engineer III opportunity to work for a global leader dedicated to helping people see brilliantly. The largest device company in the world – with complementary businesses in Surgical and Vision Care.

We are seeking an Automation Engineer III – High-Speed Packaging with strong technical depth in high-speed packaging and a solid controls/automation background to support 24/7 medical device manufacturing operations in Fort Worth North, TX. The ideal candidate brings 5–10 years of hands‑on experience in automated manufacturing environments and excels at optimizing equipment performance, integrating new technology, and leading complex technical projects in a regulated setting.

• Proven expertise in high-speed packaging equipment, including specification, procurement, installation, and validation.
• Strong automation and controls background with proficiency in PLC, HMI, SCADA, and vision system programming.
• Demonstrated ability to integrate machines and automation systems into existing production lines.
• Experience working within regulated industries—medical device, pharmaceutical, or similar (cGMP experience strongly preferred).
• Skilled in troubleshooting equipment and process control systems, driving continuous improvement, and enhancing equipment reliability.
• Hands‑on experience leading small capital projects, from concept through commissioning and validation.
• Ability to collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to resolve complex technical issues and drive efficiency improvements. This job description is a complete list of all desired skills but not all are required. We strongly encourage candidates who have some of the skills to apply. We look forward to a conversation to learn more about you!

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.