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Automation Engineer Jobs & Careers
Looking for automation engineer jobs where you actually do engineering? iAutomate is hiring PLC programmers, robot programmers, and controls engineers who want to solve real problems—not sit in meetings.
We're a Michigan-based automation company building a team of senior engineers. No corporate politics. No endless documentation. Just automation careers focused on programming, design, simulate, commissioning, and making things work.
Open Positions
Open Automation Jobs
Current automation engineer jobs and career opportunities at iAutomate.
PLC Programmer / Automation Engineer
We're hiring a PLC programmer for automation projects across automotive, food & beverage, and general manufacturing. This automation engineer job involves programming, commissioning, and troubleshooting Allen-Bradley and Siemens PLCs.
- Program ControlLogix, CompactLogix, and GuardLogix PLCs
- Commission new automation systems on-site
- Troubleshoot and debug existing PLC programs
- Develop HMI applications (FactoryTalk, Panelview)
- Support production during startups and launches
- Travel 40-60% (primarily Midwest)
- 3+ years PLC programming experience
- Proficiency in Allen-Bradley Studio 5000
- Experience with industrial safety systems
- Ability to read electrical schematics
- Strong troubleshooting skills
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel
- Siemens TIA Portal experience
- FANUC robot experience
- Automotive industry background
Robot Programmer / Robotics Engineer
Looking for a robot programmer to join our automation team. This robotics automation job involves programming FANUC, ABB, and KUKA robots for welding, material handling, and machine tending applications.
- Program FANUC, ABB, and KUKA industrial robots
- Integrate robots with PLCs and peripheral equipment
- Commission robotic cells on-site
- Develop vision-guided and force-sensing applications
- Troubleshoot and optimize existing robot programs
- Travel 40-60% (primarily Midwest)
- 3+ years robot programming experience
- Proficiency in at least one major robot platform (FANUC, ABB, KUKA)
- Experience with welding or material handling applications
- Ability to read electrical schematics
- Strong mechanical and troubleshooting skills
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel
- Multi-platform robot experience
- iRVision or robot vision experience
- Automotive industry background
Controls Engineer / Systems Integrator
Hiring a controls engineer for automation integration projects. This controls automation job includes VFD commissioning, servo setup, vision system integration, and safety system design.
- Design and integrate controls systems for manufacturing
- Commission VFDs, servos, and motion control systems
- Integrate vision systems and safety systems
- Develop electrical schematics and panel layouts
- Support production during startups and launches
- Travel 40-60% (primarily Midwest)
- 3+ years controls engineering experience
- Experience with VFDs, servo drives, and motion control
- Knowledge of industrial safety standards (NFPA 79, ISO 13849)
- Ability to design electrical schematics
- Strong troubleshooting skills
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel
- Vision system experience (Cognex, Keyence)
- AutoCAD or EPLAN proficiency
- Automotive industry background
General Application - Automation Professionals
Don't see your exact automation job listed? We're always interested in hearing from experienced automation engineers, PLC programmers, robot technicians, and controls professionals.
We hire for:
- Automation engineers (all levels)
- PLC programmers and technicians
- Robot programmers and technicians
- Controls engineers
- Field service engineers
- Project engineers
Why Us
Why Automation Careers at iAutomate
Automation engineer jobs should be about engineering—not paperwork, politics, and endless meetings.
Real Engineering Work
You'll spend your time programming PLCs, commissioning robots, and troubleshooting systems—not filling out timesheets and sitting in status meetings.
Variety of Projects
Work on automation projects across automotive, food & beverage, pharmaceutical, and more. No two weeks are the same.
Senior-Level Work
We don't stick you on cable pulling duty for two years. If you can program, you'll be programming from day one.
Competitive Compensation
Automation engineers are in demand, and we pay accordingly. Competitive salary, bonuses, and overtime for travel.
Growth Opportunities
Learn new platforms, get certifications, grow into leadership. We invest in automation careers.
No Corporate BS
Work directly with leadership and customers. Your voice matters here.
Benefits
Automation Engineer Benefits
Our automation engineer jobs come with benefits designed for professionals who travel and work hard:
Compensation
- Competitive base salary
- Performance bonuses
- Overtime pay
- Per diem
Time Off
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Flexible scheduling
Health & Wellness
- Health insurance
- Dental & vision
- Life insurance
Professional Development
- FANUC certification
- Allen-Bradley training
- Conference attendance
Tools & Equipment
- Company laptop
- Software licenses
- Tools provided
- Phone allowance
Travel Perks
- Company vehicle or mileage
- Hotels & flights covered
- Per diem
- Keep your points
Culture
Our Automation Team Culture
iAutomate was founded by automation engineers who were tired of the typical integrator experience: understaffed projects, impossible timelines, and management that's never touched a PLC.
We built a different kind of automation company:
Engineers First
Leadership comes from engineering backgrounds. Decisions are made by people who've commissioned lines at 3 AM.
Quality Over Quantity
We don't take on more automation projects than we can handle well. Realistic timelines, proper staffing.
Team Support
Stuck on a problem? Call another engineer. We're collaborative, not competitive.
Work-Life Balance
Travel is part of automation careers, but we're not shipping you out 48 weeks a year.
Requirements
Automation Job Requirements
What we look for in automation engineer candidates:
Must Have
- 3+ years automation experience
- Ability to travel 40-70%
- Valid driver's license
- US work authorization
- Strong troubleshooting skills
Technical Skills (One or More)
- PLC programming
- Robot programming
- Controls engineering
- Electrical troubleshooting
Nice to Have
- Manufacturer certifications
- Automotive experience
- Multiple PLC platforms
- English, Spanish, and Chinese language proficiency
Don't meet every requirement? If you have strong automation skills and a track record of solving problems, we want to hear from you.
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Automation Careers FAQ
Most automation engineer positions require 40-60% travel, primarily within the Midwest (Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois). Some projects may require extended travel to other states. We cover all travel expenses including hotels, flights, per diem, and mileage. You keep your loyalty points.
Automation engineering is hands-on work—most of our positions require on-site presence for commissioning and troubleshooting. However, some project engineering and programming roles allow partial remote work between on-site assignments. We're flexible where the work allows it.
Our interview process is straightforward: 1) Phone screen with our team lead (30 min), 2) Technical interview discussing your experience and approach to problems (1 hour), 3) Optional on-site visit to meet the team. We respect your time and move quickly—typically 1-2 weeks from application to offer.
We cannot guarantee that candidates will obtain a work visa, but we are open to providing TN visa sponsorship.
Manufacturer certifications are valued—GCC certified, GVOSS certified—we'll help you get certified after joining. Helpful certifications include: FANUC Certified Robot Operator, Rockwell Automation certifications, Siemens Certified Professional, and OSHA 30. We pay for certifications and training.
Start Your Automation Career
Ready for automation engineer jobs that let you do real engineering? Join iAutomate and build your automation career with a team that respects your skills.
Questions about automation careers at iAutomate?
Email: careers@iautomatellc.com
