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Senior Automation Engineer

Wisconsin Stamping and Manufacturing
Germantown, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 8/5/2025 CLOSED ON 9/4/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Automation Engineer position at Wisconsin Stamping and Manufacturing?

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SENIOR AUTOMATION ENGINEER

Are YOU a highly motivated candidate? Are YOU a dedicated manufacturing professional with a sincere desire to go that extra mile for the customer?

WE are a team of hardworking professionals that strives to be the best in the industry.

About Our Company

We are a privately-held independent metal fabrication company that produces components used in a wide range of industries. Our goal is to provide products and services that meet our customers' needs in a timely fashion with the highest level of quality and value.

Our capabilities are constantly expanding and currently include metal stamping, laser cutting, brake forming, tubular stamped components, CNC and Swiss machined parts, wire forms, thread rolling, weldments, and integrated assemblies. Our modern facility includes a complete in-house tool and die department and fastener distributorship.

The Automation Team is responsible for the planning, designing, programming, testing, start up, and commissioning of automation systems throughout our manufacturing facilities.

The Senior Automation Engineer is responsible for coordinating and directing the activities of the Automation Team.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Directing the activities of the Automation Team
  • Developing the robotics and automation roadmap for manufacturing facilities
  • Directing and managing the design and building of automation systems
  • Responsible for overseeing scope, cost, and schedule of automation projects ' including system designs, bills of materials and specifications
  • Manage vendor selection, specifying automation equipment and robots and gathering RFQ's
  • Research and stay current with best available technologies related to automation
  • Programming of HMI's, PLC's, robots, and vision systems
  • Testing and debugging of systems prior to placing in production
  • Provide technical support as required to ensure plant robots are operating and optimized, including troubleshooting and operator training
  • Create and maintain schematics and drawings for automation systems
  • Assist management and plant personnel in development and implementation of efficiency projects
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualification Requirements

  • 5 years experience in factory automation, designing and implementing industrial robotic equipment in a manufacturing environment
  • Strong computer skills. 3D / CAD experience - preferably SolidWorks
  • Strong project management skills
  • Able to translate automation conceptual designs into functional systems
  • Ability to work independently and on a team
  • Positive, 'can do' attitude

The Following Experience Is a Plus But Not Required

  • B.S. or associates degree in mechanical or electrical engineering/technology or related field
  • Experience with Fanuc and Universal robots and vision systems
  • Management experience

Our Rewards & Recognition

Joining Wisconsin Stamping & Manufacturing means forging your career path as part of a successful growing company. We offer real opportunities for the individual ready to take the chance. We will train and provide support to ensure your success!

This is a full time position in the competitive and challenging manufacturing field with comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, paid vacation & holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401k with company match, a lucrative profit sharing program, employee and family activities throughout the year, and so much more!

We are also offering a $1,500 sign-on bonus $$$ for hired candidates.

Are you enthusiastic about this position and ready for a new challenge? Apply now!

Email: hr@wisconsinstamping.com

Equal Opportunity Employer

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