Automation Engineer

Hobart Brothers Engineering Role

At Hobart Brothers, engineering is more than circuits and code—it's about building a culture of trust, simplicity, and innovation.

In this role, you'll be hands-on with machine electronics—designing, commissioning, and troubleshooting systems. Your work will span AC and DC drives, PLCs and motion control, sensor networks, and general electrical systems. Beyond the tech, you'll thrive in a culture built on integrity, trust, respect, and shared risk—where ideas are welcomed, simplicity is celebrated, and collaboration fuels progress. If you're energized by teamwork and driven to make an impact, this is where your work truly matters.

How You Will Make an Impact:

Electrical:

• Develop electrical design, schematics, and drawings in AutoCAD
• Interpret mechanical design drawings and process for electrical requirements
• Research supplier products for assembly components
• Develop an electrical bill of materials
• Power up electrical systems and configure hardware per application specifications
• Work with an electrical technician to commission systems
• Full understanding of automation's effect on the process

Software:

• Design and develop software applications based on given requirements and specifications
• Understand requirements for GUI/communication interface, networking and create specifications based on these requirements
• Review, repair, and redesign legacy electronics
• Troubleshoot issues with existing installed systems
• Write user manuals to communicate the functionality of company-developed programs

What do you need to do to be successful in this role:

• Safety minded: Comply with the company safety procedures.
• Strong Communicator: Demonstrate excellent written, verbal, and organizational skills and ability to communicate with individuals with varied technical understanding.
• Project Management: Ability to manage large projects and multiple projects at once,
• Leadership and Teamwork: strong leadership and teamwork skills to collaborate with colleagues and lead projects.
• Problem-Solving: Demonstrating excellent technical and problem-solving abilities to address and resolve issues efficiently.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Engineering, (Electrical or Computer Science) or a related field
• 5+ years of experience preferred
• Proficient in Design/Drafting Tools AutoCAD
• Proficient with programming Logic Controllers (PLC) (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Omron)
• Configuring and designing HMI systems (e.g., Allen Bradley, EXOR)
• AC & DC Drive configuration (e.g., Control technique, Siemens, Lenze)
• Proficiency in Standards for Safety, Vision Systems, Motion Controllers/Actuators (e.g., Yasakawa, FANUC, Kuka), thin client, data acquisition servers, and industrial networks.

Compensation Information:

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues' unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.