Automation Engineer

Automation Engineer

Location: Vidor, Texas ,United States

Industry: Construction

Work Setting: Hybrid

Are you passionate about driving continuous improvement through industrial automation and advanced manufacturing technologies?

We are seeking an experienced Automation and Process Improvement Engineer to support and enhance automated manufacturing operations. In this role, you will collaborate with engineering teams, operational leaders, and maintenance professionals to improve process efficiency, optimize automation systems, and implement innovative solutions that drive operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and implement opportunities to improve manufacturing processes, production performance, and automation systems.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by applying engineering principles, industry best practices, and process optimization methodologies.
• Develop, modify, and maintain standards, procedures, systems, and equipment to enhance operational efficiency and reliability.
• Coordinate improvement projects with operations, maintenance, and leadership teams to ensure successful implementation and sustainable results.
• Serve as a technical advisor on process automation and manufacturing control systems.
• Analyze existing technologies and recommend enhancements or new solutions to improve productivity, quality, and performance.
• Provide guidance, coaching, and training to employees on automation technologies, continuous improvement practices, and operational excellence initiatives.
• Support workforce development programs related to automation systems and manufacturing technologies.
• Collaborate across multiple functional areas to align improvement activities with business objectives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment with significant exposure to process automation and advanced manufacturing technologies.
• Strong understanding of automated production systems, process optimization, standardization practices, and quality improvement methodologies.
• Experience working with heavy industrial equipment, manufacturing operations, maintenance functions, and production processes.
• Demonstrated ability to lead process improvement initiatives and influence positive change across teams.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project coordination skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, training, and interpersonal abilities.
• Highly organized, self-motivated, and comfortable collaborating with stakeholders at all organizational levels.

Preferred Experience

• Background supporting manufacturing operations such as production, maintenance, materials handling, warehousing, finishing, or related industrial processes.
• Experience coaching employees and facilitating technical training programs.
• Knowledge of automation technologies, control systems, and continuous improvement frameworks.