Automation Engineer/Sr

ENABLE your future through light.Excelitas is a global technology leader with more than 7500 employees focused on delivering market-driven solutions to fulfill the illumination optical detection and imaging needs of OEMs and end-users across the biomedical semiconductor industrial consumer products scientific security defense and aerospace sectors.ENGAGE with us today and make your contribution to the future Join the team that leading technology companies turn to for cutting-edge photonic innovation. At Excelitas Technologies you are how we EXCEL.The OpportunityWe are currently seeking an Automation EngineerSr who will be responsible for supporting and improving manufacturing automation systems to enhance production efficiency reliability and process consistency. This role works closely with engineering maintenance and operations teams to maintain troubleshoot and optimize automated equipment and control systems.This position can work out of our Boulder CO or Pittsburgh PA locations.Key responsibilitiesAutomation Systems SupportMaintain and support automation systems PLCs robotics and control systems used in manufacturing operations.Diagnose and resolve automation-related issues to ensure equipment uptime and production continuity.Perform system upgrades modifications and preventive maintenance on automated equipment.Process Improvement & OptimizationIdentify opportunities to improve equipment performance cycle time and process efficiency through automation enhancements.Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at improving productivity reliability and process consistency.Work with engineering teams to implement improvements in process control and manufacturing automation.Equipment Integration & DevelopmentSupport the design testing and implementation of new automation systems and equipment upgrades.Participate in equipment commissioning system validation and startup activities.Ensure automation systems are properly documented and integrated with plant systems.Troubleshooting & Technical SupportProvide technical support to production and maintenance teams on automation-related issues.Analyze equipment performance data to identify root causes of operational problems.Support rapid resolution of automation failures that impact production.Documentation & ComplianceMaintain documentation for automation programs system configurations and equipment specifications.Ensure automation systems comply with safety standards regulatory requirements and internal procedures.Support development of standard operating procedures and training materials related to automation systems.Qualifications & ExperienceBachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Automation Engineering or related engineering discipline.Technical certifications in PLC programming or industrial automation preferred.At least 5 years of experience working with industrial automation systems in manufacturing environments. At least 8 years of experience is needed for the Sr level.Experience with PLC programming robotics or automated manufacturing equipmentExperience supporting automated production lines or equipment integrationKey SkillsStrong knowledge of PLC programming Allen-Bradley Siemens or similar platformsExperience with HMI systems robotics sensors and industrial control systemsAbility to troubleshoot complex electrical and automation issuesStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to work effectively with engineering maintenance and production teams.Anticipated hiring range for an Automation Engineer is 120000 - 140000 per year depending on experience. The anticipated hiring range for a Sr Automation Engineer is 140000 - 170000 per year depending on experience.Benefits start day 1 Medical Dental Vision 401K Holiday Pay PAID MaternityPaternity leave Tuition Reimbursement Long-term and Short-term disability.Please NoteThis position requires the use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations ITARVisa sponsorship is not available for any position at ExcelitasEqual OpportunityAffirmative Action EmployerLI-FM1Equal OpportunityAffirmative Action EmployerMinoritiesFemalesDisabilityGender IdentitySexual Orientation