Lead Automation / Manufacturing Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 13, 2026. First seen by Alion on Jun 18, 2026. Eaton scores A on the Alion truth index.
Eaton’s IS VEH VGNA / Vehicle Group North America division is currently seeking a Lead Automation / Manufacturing Engineer.
The expected annual salary range for this role is $97000 - $143000 a year. This position is also eligible for a variable incentive program.
Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Eaton announced, on June 11, 2026, the intent to combine its Mobility Group (including both the Vehicle and eMobility segments) with a new company. We expect to complete this process by the end of the first half of 2027. The compensation and benefits that will initially be offered for this position are based on Eaton's plans, programs and practices. If you are offered and accept this position and are actively employed by the Mobility Group when the transaction closes, the new company will provide further details to employees concerning compensation and benefits at that time.
What you’ll do:
The Lead Automation/ Manufacturing Engineer role at the Roxboro NC Eaton location is part of the Vehicle Group North America organization. The primary function of this role is to provide day to day support for Roxboro’s high speed assembly and grinding processes in a manufacturing environment. The day to day support would include activities such as: leading troubleshooting for tooling usage, advising maintenance technicians on machine repairs, assisting with troubleshooting of part quality issues, and mentoring machine technicians on proper machine setup. A primary goal of this position would be to aid in the development of our maintenance technicians and assist in the standard work related to machine repair to decrease down time.
This role will also have an additional function of providing Automation Engineering support ( PLC programming) to the plant operations.
* Relocation assistance is available for a qualified candidate currently residing in the USA.
Job Responsibilities
- Design and analyze complex mechanical assemblies for our product lines.
- PLC Programming and Automation HMI and interfaces.
- Provide innovative ideas for improvements to existing products.
- Provide technical support to operators, maintenance technicians, supervisors and managers as required
- Drive continuous improvement utilizing lean tools
- Ensure accurate documentation for processes
- Ensure quality standards
- Design/implement product or process changes as required
- Drive cost reduction efforts and productivity improvements
- Participate in various cross-functional teams relative to product development or process improvement
- Provide training for operators and maintenance technicians on process changes
- Maintain an attitude supportive of continuous improvement, teamwork, cooperation, respect, and integrity.
- Perform all other duties as required.
Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited university with 5+ years of experience working as a manufacturing or process engineer ... or... HS Degree with 9+ years of same mfg. experince.
- 2+ years in PLC Programming , automation engineering related role.
- Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.”
- Candidate will not need sponsorship now or in the future.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous experience with AutoCAD or Solidworks.
- Previous experience with grinding processes / tooling in a manufacturing environment
- Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred)
- Lean Six Sigma project experience.
- Experience with 3D CAD modeling and the creation of detailed drawings
- One plus year experience collaborating and participating in engineering projects.
- Ability to gather and analyze relevant data of manufacturing operations and processes in order to optimize throughput, reduce scrap, and improve quality while ensuring the safety of plant personnel.
- Must possess effective and verbal communications skills.
- Must possess good organizational and prioritization skills to maintain and address multiple assigned projects and expectations.
Skills:
Soft skills
Able to train others and document processes
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