Innovation & Automation Engineer – Manufacturing

About the role

The Innovation and Automation Engineer 2 will develop and improve processes, tools, and equipment for manufacturing systems, ensuring predictable, reliable, and efficient production. This office‑based position works closely with Manufacturing, Quality, and Engineering teams.

Key responsibilities

• Lead troubleshooting, root‑cause investigations, and production support while implementing sustainable corrective actions.
• Drive product and sub‑assembly development, including NPI participation, PCB/circuit design, CAD modeling, testing, and transfer to production.
• Develop end‑to‑end software and automation solutions using LabVIEW, C++, Java, Python, and PLCs for test control, data collection, and manufacturing efficiency.
• Plan and execute validation, compliance, quality, and change‑management activities (IQ/OQ/PQ, TMV, R&R, software validation, Windchill changes, NCBs, NCRs, CAPAs, TrackWise investigations).
• Lead medium‑sized improvement and innovation projects, perform financial and performance analysis, create technical training programs, standardize processes, and coordinate knowledge transfer.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Electromechanics, Mechatronics, Software Engineering or a related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in manufacturing, testing, or engineering environments.
• Strong technical background in troubleshooting, problem‑solving, technical writing, and leading maintenance technicians.
• Effective communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills.

Required skills

• LabVIEW
• C++
• Java
• Python
• PLC programming
• CAD modeling
• PCB design software
• Microsoft Word & Excel
• SQL databases
• Electrical systems, wiring, and equipment repair