Automation Engineer

NEXXTA is a U.S.-based manufacturing partner with four Great Lakes facilities delivering precision, speed, and scale. We serve industry leaders across transportation, energy, medical, and defense, offering tariff-free production, open capacity, and rapid ramp-up. With in-house R&D and engineering, we help customers strengthen supply chains and build confidently in America. SUMMARY OF POSITION: This Automation Engineer will focus on automation implementation for injection molding, owning the troubleshooting of secondary ops and establishing/executing assembly processes and equipment. JOB DUTIES & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Implement automation objectives on the molding floor (cobots, pickers, conveyance, etc.) to reduce costs and increase operational efficiencies. Provide a lead role in the development, installation, and programming of robotic work cells from concept to postproduction turn-over. Own troubleshooting of secondary ops (pad printing, laser engraving, sonic welding, etc.). Consult at the estimating phase for assembly opportunities & automation opportunities as directed and then implement the quoted process in manufacturing upon release. Effectively communicate solutions to end-users as appropriate. Provide a highly visible customer focus. Lead development of in-house robotic integration projects for new or continuous improvement projects. Present and modify concepts for team understanding and approval. Work with outside vendors to determine necessary parts and estimated budgets for projects. Maintain and provide appropriate documentation regarding drawings, bills of material, budget tracking, safety, and program changes. Understand and implement the integration of safety circuits, machine interfaces (SPI Interface, etc.), and peripheral controls and devices. Work as a liaison with outside integrators and vendors as needed for special projects or programs. Train and mentor production technicians and maintenance personnel regarding troubleshooting issues and documentation. Assist with inspections, projects, or modifications at other facilities as needed. This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.