Automation Engineer
Job in
South Naperville Area, Will County, Illinois, 60564, USA
Listed on 2026-02-28
Listing for:
Tappwfs
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-28
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Robotics, Automation Engineering, Systems Engineer, Electrical Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job Title: Automation Engineer
Reports to: Automation Engineering Manager
Team: Automation Engineering
Location: Bartlett, IL
Salary: $100k – $120k annually
Travel requirements: up to 40%
Our client, a leading industrial automation solutions provider, is seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to design, program, and implement advanced robotic systems for industrial manufacturing environments. This high‑impact role focuses on improving manufacturing efficiency, safety, and quality through custom automation solutions. The successful candidate will collaborate cross‑functionally to deliver scalable robotic systems from concept through commissioning.
What You’ll Be Doing – Design & Development- Design and develop robotic automation systems for industrial applications
- Translate customer requirements into practical automation solutions
- Contribute to system architecture and technical planning
- Program and debug industrial robotic systems (FANUC, ABB, KUKA or similar)
- Integrate robots with PLCs, HMIs, vision systems, and safety devices
- Configure and validate industrial communication protocols (Ethernet/IP, Profi Net, etc.)
- Support on‑site installation and commissioning
- Troubleshoot and optimize robotic systems in production environments
- Provide post‑deployment technical support and system enhancements
- Partner with mechanical and electrical engineering teams to ensure system compatibility
- Develop and maintain technical documentation including schematics, layouts, and user manuals
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or related field
- 7+ years of experience in robotic automation or similar role
- Hands‑on robotic programming and systems integration experience
- Strong understanding of PLCs, HMIs, industrial vision systems
- Experience with industrial communication protocols
- Ability to read electrical and mechanical schematics
- Solid troubleshooting and root‑cause analysis skills
- Experience in manufacturing or industrial automation environments
- Familiarity with industrial safety standards and risk assessments
- Collaborative – thrives in team environments and values shared success
- Driven – takes initiative and ownership of projects
- Technically strong – balances engineering expertise with practical problem‑solving
- Adaptable – comfortable working in evolving technical environments
- Work on cutting‑edge robotic automation projects
- Be part of a collaborative, engineering‑driven team
- Direct impact on manufacturing performance and innovation
- Exposure to diverse industrial automation application
Interested? Let’s talk.
Contact:
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