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Your expertise in industrial automation, PLC programming, robotics integration, and machine vision technology will be crucial in improving operational efficiency, equipment reliability, and production performance while supporting Johnson Electric’s continuous innovation initiatives.\nWhy You’ll Love Working Here:\nLead cutting-edge automation and controls projects that directly impact manufacturing performance.\nWork with advanced technologies including PLCs, robotics, machine vision systems, and Industry 4.0 solutions.\nCollaborate with highly skilled engineering, quality, maintenance, and production teams.\nInfluence the design and implementation of next-generation manufacturing systems.\nEnjoy opportunities for professional growth, technical leadership, and career advancement.\nJoin a culture focused on innovation, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.\nWhat You’ll Be Doing:\nDesign, program, troubleshoot, and optimize PLC-controlled manufacturing equipment and automation systems.\nLead automation projects including controls design, equipment commissioning, startup, validation, and continuous improvement activities.\nSupport integration of robotics, machine vision systems, sensors, safety devices, and Industry 4.0 technologies.\nCollaborate with cross-functional teams to improve equipment uptime, process capability, and manufacturing efficiency.\nManage automation vendors, system integrators, and equipment suppliers to ensure successful project execution.\nDevelop and maintain controls documentation, standards, schematics, and work instructions.\nWhat We’re Looking For:\nBachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related technical discipline.\n7+ years of experience in controls engineering, industrial automation, or automotive manufacturing environments.\nStrong knowledge of Allen Bradley PLCs, HMI systems, industrial networking, and control system architecture.\nExperience with machine vision systems, sensors, scanners, and automated manufacturing equipment.\nStrong troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and problem-solving skills.\nExperience leading automation projects and supporting manufacturing operations.\nBonus Points If You Have:\nExperience with KUKA, ABB, Fanuc, or other industrial robotic systems.\nExperience with Keyence vision systems, AI vision technologies, and smart factory initiatives.\nKnowledge of servo systems, motion control, and advanced automation architectures.\nExperience supporting IATF 16949 automotive manufacturing environments.\nLean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma certification.\nWhat we offer:\nJohnson Electric offers talented people like you the opportunity to grow professionally and personally, surrounded by some of the most dedicated, innovative, and entrepreneurial colleagues you will find anywhere. 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