Senior Automation Engineer

Senior Automation Engineer

Location: Newburyport, Massachusetts

Company: BCA, part of Mpac Group

Department: Engineering

Travel: Up to 25%

Take Your Automation Engineering Career to the Next Level

Are you an experienced Automation or Controls Engineer who enjoys taking complex machinery from concept through programming, commissioning and final customer acceptance?

Boston Conveyor & Automation (BCA), part of Mpac Group , is growing rapidly and we're looking for a Senior Automation Engineer to join our engineering team in Newburyport, MA.

You'll work on sophisticated custom automation solutions for customers across food manufacturing, life sciences and general manufacturing , combining PLC/HMI programming, robotics, motion control, machine vision and controls engineering to bring complete automated systems to life.

This is an opportunity to take genuine technical ownership of projects while working alongside Electrical, Robotics and Mechanical Engineering, Project Management and Assembly teams.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Senior Automation Engineer, you'll take responsibility for complex automation projects throughout the complete engineering lifecycle.

You'll:

• Design, program, simulate and test complex custom automation equipment
• Take technical responsibility for larger projects, defining scope, schedules, budgets and engineering requirements
• Program, test, debug, install, commission, service and upgrade automated systems
• Develop and integrate PLCs, HMIs, robotics, machine vision, safety devices, servo systems, VFDs and other control technologies
• Configure, calibrate and functionally test equipment during system start-up
• Troubleshoot complex electrical, controls, software and machine performance issues
• Lead internal and external design reviews and identify technical risks
• Support equipment installation and commissioning at customer sites
• Modify and upgrade existing automation and control systems
• Work directly with customers and multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver successful projects
• Produce and maintain system documentation and operating instructions
• Mentor and support junior engineers in developing their technical capabilities
• Manage engineering time effectively to achieve project milestones and cost targets
• Help evaluate new automation technologies and share knowledge and best practices across the team.

What We're Looking For

You'll ideally be an experienced Automation, Controls or Robotics Engineer who has worked with industrial machinery or custom automated equipment and is comfortable taking projects from initial design through to commissioning.

We're looking for:

• 5+ years' experience working with automated systems within manufacturing or another relevant technical environment
• Bachelor's degree in Automation, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Computer Science, or equivalent relevant experience
• Strong PLC and HMI programming experience, preferably with the Allen-Bradley suite
• Practical experience with motion control , including servos, steppers and VFDs
• Experience programming and integrating machine vision systems
• Hands-on electrical and controls troubleshooting experience
• Knowledge of automated and robotic equipment
• Experience with PID control/tuning and servo systems
• Ability to read and generate electrical schematics, panel layouts, safety systems and P&ID drawings using AutoCAD, BricsCAD or equivalent
• Experience conducting automated system risk assessments
• Strong understanding of machine and automation safety standards
• Project management experience, including estimating resources, defining tasks and achieving engineering milestones
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with customers, suppliers and multidisciplinary teams.

Technology Experience

Experience across some or all of the following would be particularly valuable:

• PLC & HMI: Allen-Bradley
• Robotics: FANUC, Staubli
• Vision: Cognex, FANUC, Keyence
• Motion: Servo systems, stepper motors, VFDs
• Controls: PID control and tuning
• Electrical Design: AutoCAD, BricsCAD or equivalent

Desirable

• Robotics programming experience, particularly FANUC or Staubli
• Previous OEM / Original Equipment Manufacturer or machine-building experience
• Experience delivering automation systems for food & beverage or life sciences applications.

What We Offer

You'll be joining an experienced, collaborative engineering team where you'll have the opportunity to take ownership of technically challenging automation projects and help develop the engineers around you.

Benefits include:

• Health insurance
• Dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) with company matching
• Paid vacation, holidays and sick time

You'll also be part of an organization built around the Mpac values of Integrity, Drive, Collaboration, Expertise and Innovation .

Travel

This position requires the ability to travel up to 25% , including occasional trips where you may be away for one to two weeks at a time, particularly around installation, commissioning and customer support activities.

Ready to Take Ownership of Your Next Automation Project?

If you're an experienced Automation Engineer, Controls Engineer or Robotics Engineer from a machine building, OEM, industrial automation or advanced manufacturing environment, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply today and help us design, program and deliver the next generation of automated manufacturing solutions.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship.