Automation Engineer

CyberCoders - Germantown, WI

Hiring: Automation Engineer Company: CyberCoders Location: Germantown, WI Job Posted Time: 2026-09-03 10:55:34 Employment Type: On-site Target Skills & Keywords : PLC, Project Management About the job Experience: •3+ years of hands-on experience in industrial automation with direct experience on automation cells and robotics integrations. Required Skills: •Design, commission and optimize automation cells and robotic work cells, including programming, testing, and integration. •Perform PLC troubleshooting, repair, and optimization to minimize downtime and improve system reliability. •Program, configure and maintain FANUC robots; develop and validate robotic programs for production tasks. •Design, select and maintain End-Of-Arm Tooling (EOAT) and ensure EOAT is integrated correctly with robot cells. •Plan and execute Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT); develop testing protocols, witness tests, and document results. •Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults on conveyors, degators and associated material handling systems. •Lead root-cause analysis and continuous improvement activities to increase uptime and throughput. •Partner cross-functionally with cross-functional teams (project management, controls, mechanical, QA, and vendors) to deliver projects on time and within budget. Qualifications: •Associates Degree or higher •Proven experience programming and servicing FANUC robots and developing EOAT solutions. •Strong PLC troubleshooting skills (programming, ladder logic, I/O fault finding); experience with common PLC platforms. •Demonstrated experience planning and executing FAT and SAT activities and preparing acceptance documentation. •Applied hands-on capability in conveyors, degators, and other material handling equipment including repairs and preventative maintenance. •Solid understanding of electrical schematics, control systems, sensors, HMIs and safety standards for automated machinery. •Excellent problem-solving skills, ability to perform root-cause analysis and implement corrective actions. •Effective communication and teamwork skills; ability to interface with customers and cross-functional project teams. •Willingness to travel to customer sites for SAT and commissioning; valid drivers license and ability to work in industrial environments. Compensation: •$80,000 - $110,000 / year Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!