Sr. Manufacturing Engineer - Automation

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Location: San Jose, California, United States

Supermicro® is a Top Tier provider of advanced server, storage, and networking solutions for Data Center, Cloud Computing, Enterprise IT, Hadoop/ Big Data, Hyperscale, HPC and IoT/Embedded customers worldwide. We are the #5 fastest growing company among the Silicon Valley Top 50 technology firms. Our unprecedented global expansion has provided us with the opportunity to offer a large number of new positions to the technology community.

We seek talented, passionate, and committed engineers, technologists, and business leaders to join us.

Sr. Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for facilitate improvement projects and Kaizen (Rapid Continuous Improvement) events to eliminate waste and increase efficiencies in various functional areas of the manufacturing processes (manufacturing processes, yield improvements and cycle time improvements). The position will require skill sets to break down complex operations with a process oriented mindset, analyze and assist in the implementation of the plants strategic plan, provide project management support, employee training and development.

• Design and program PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, etc.) and HMIs for automated machinery.
• Troubleshoot and maintain existing automation systems.
• Develop SCADA solutions and integrate with plant systems.
• Work on control panel design and electrical schematics.
• Collaborate with mechanical and electrical teams to ensure seamless integration.

• BS/MS Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering preferred, 8+ years relevant work experience with storage component and system, server and hard drives industry preferred.
• Hands-on with PLC programming (Ladder Logic, Structured Text).
• Experience with SCADA/HMI platforms (e.g., Wonderware, Ignition).
• Familiarity with robotics, sensors, VFDs, and servo systems.
• Strong understanding of electrical controls, instrumentation, and pneumatics.
• Knowledge of network protocols (Modbus, OPC UA, Ethernet/IP).
• Knowledge of Tools/Technologies: PLCs, SCADA, HMI, LabVIEW, Python, RSLogix, Ignition, OPC UA, PID control

$110,000 - $152,000

The salary offered will depend on several factors, including your location, level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience, and comparison to other employees already in this role. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as participation in bonus and equity award programs.

Supermicro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity in our employee population. It is the policy of Supermicro to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or special disabled veteran, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.