Maintenance Automation Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 1, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 29, 2026. Align Technology scores A on the Alion truth index.
Through focus in Controls and Automation Engineering, support ongoing production activities, participate in the improvement of existing processes, and assist in the development of new technologies.
Key Responsibilities
- Document, define, measure, and improve manufacturing processes using industry-standard automation and controls engineering techniques, including PLCs and database management.
- Ensure manufacturing processes, techniques, and tools are optimized to achieve quality and productivity objectives.
- Research, develop, and implement advanced manufacturing processes, methods, and automation technologies.
- Integrate and automate existing manufacturing systems and production processes.
- Drive and support continuous process improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations.
- Analyze process capability metrics and collaborate with Process Engineers to improve operational performance from a controls and automation perspective.
- Execute equipment and software installation, qualification, validation, maintenance, and troubleshooting activities.
- Improve equipment capacity, uptime, efficiency, and reliability to support production requirements.
- Develop and deliver process and equipment training programs and associated training materials.
- Analyze, specify, and implement cost-effective equipment solutions to improve operational performance and output.
- Track equipment costs, cost justification activities, and breakeven analysis for engineering projects.
- Support manufacturing process database management and troubleshooting activities when required.
- Maintain flexibility across working areas and independently manage assigned responsibilities.
- Support the Technical Supervisor in the training and development of technicians and team members.
- Assist with Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Failure Analysis, and Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) activities.
- Collaborate effectively with Technical Planners and Maintenance Technicians to ensure smooth operations.
- Ensure timely completion of assigned objectives, deliverables, and project deadlines.
- Comply with all safety policies, procedures, and reporting requirements.
- Participate in departmental and company-wide initiatives to achieve operational and business goals.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
Education: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Manufacturing Technology, or a related Engineering discipline.
Experience: Minimum 4 years of experience in Controls Engineering, Automation Engineering, Maintenance Engineering, or a related field within a manufacturing environment. Experience working directly with production lines and manufacturing operations is essential.
Skills: Strong expertise in PLC troubleshooting, program modification, and development. Practical knowledge of industrial automation, robotics, pneumatics, mechanical systems, equipment validation, manufacturing process optimization, and continuous improvement methodologies.
Communication: Proficient in English with strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to communicate requirements, specifications, project updates, and technical information effectively to technical teams and management.
Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively across production, maintenance, and engineering teams while coaching and mentoring engineers, supervisors, and technicians. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to perform effectively under pressure.
Complementary skills
- Proficiency in AutoCAD.
- Experience with SolidWorks.
- Knowledge of SAP systems.
- Experience working within ISO-regulated manufacturing environments.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
- Experience supporting new product introduction and engineering change management
processes.