Manufacturing Automation Engineer

Factory Automation Engineer, IQueen Creek, ArizonaLG Energy Solution is the global leader in lithium-ion battery technology for electric vehicles and energy storage solutions. Located in Queen Creek, Arizona, LG Energy Solution Arizona, Inc. is LG Group's first cylindrical battery manufacturer in North America, leading the widespread distribution of electric vehicles with the most advanced battery technology in the world.Join us as we inspire our talent with growth, challenge, action and collaboration to Empower Every Possibility!Job Summary:As a Factory Automation (FA) Engineer, you will support the design, integration, and optimization of automated equipment and robotic systems within the manufacturing process. You will collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to enhance productivity, reliability, and efficiency through automation technology.Responsibilities:Support equipment automation and robot integration across production lines.Collaborate with vendors and internal teams to install, test, and validate automation equipment and systems.Assist with meetings and coordination with vendors and system integrators to align on technical requirements.Support automation project schedules and equipment installation activities in line with company procedures and standards.Perform troubleshooting and preventive maintenance for automated systems to support stable operations.Maintain and update system documentation, including ladder logic, schematics, and sequence diagrams.Support optimization of automation parameters for safety, cycle time, and reliability.Collaborate with Production, Process Technology, Quality, and Equipment Engineering teams to improve process quality and automation efficiency.Participate in line commissioning, equipment upgrades, and continuous improvement activities.Maintain cleanliness and safety at the worksite in accordance with 5S3R Standards: 5S: Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain; 3R: Right Location, Right Quantity, Right ContainerEnsure compliance with LGES safety, environmental, and equipment standards.Perform other duties as assigned.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in mechanical, Electrical, or Robotics Engineering, preferredMinimum of 1 year in Factory Automation experience in production/plant environment.Familiarity with PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Mitsubishi, Siemens) or robot programming (Fanuc, Nachi, ABB) a plusStrong analytical, troubleshooting, and teamwork skillsWillingness to work in a fast-paced production environmentSkills:Basic understanding of manufacturing automation and control systemsRobot operation and calibrationCAD tools for design and simulationMS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)Why should you work here?1. Growth - You are a self-driven individual who seeks and captures the opportunities for growth we offer by acquiring and solving tasks.2. Challenge - You reach beyond expectations and strive for innovative methods beyond the traditional.3. Action - You are driven, take initiative, can execute decisions with agility and fulfill tasks to completion.4. Collaboration - You are enthusiastic about teamwork while respecting the different backgrounds and experience of colleagues.EEO StatementLG Energy Solution Arizona, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.Recruitment Fraud Alert NoticeWe have recently become aware of fraudulent recruiting activities in which individuals falsely claiming to represent LG Energy Solution Arizona, Inc. contact job seekers, advertise fictitious employment opportunities, request personal information, or seek payment in connection with an application or job offer.LG Energy Solution Arizona, Inc. will never request payment, fees, gift cards, banking transfers, or purchases from candidates at any stage of the recruitment process. We also do not request sensitive personal information, such as a Social Security number or date of birth, during the initial application or interview process. Certain information may be required only after a legitimate offer has been accepted and as part of the formal onboarding, payroll, background-screening, or employment-verification process.Authorized LG Energy Solution Arizona, Inc. representatives conducting recruiting business by email will use an official "@lgensol.com" email address. Candidates should be cautious of communications originating from personal email accounts or requests to communicate exclusively through platforms such as Gmail, Yahoo, Outlook/Live.com, WhatsApp, Telegram, Signal, Discord, or iMessage.If you receive a suspicious communication or believe someone is fraudulently representing LG Energy Solution Arizona, Inc., do not respond or provide personal information, send money, or click any links or attachments.We take recruitment fraud seriously and encourage all candidates to remain vigilant. Our goal is to help protect job seekers from fraudulent activity and identity theft.