Cambro
Manufacturing & IndustrialDirect Workday career site

Automation Engineer III

Pay
$100,000 – $135,000 per year
Location
Huntington Beach, CA · On-site
Job type
Full-time
Level
Senior
Experience
10+ years
Education
Bachelor's degree
Listed
30 days ago

Skills & highlights for this role

  • PLC programming
  • robotics
  • AutoCAD

Also useful

  • SolidWorks
  • GD&T
  • HMI programming

Work Shift

First Shift (United States of America) JOB DESCRIPTION: Automation Engineer designs, develops, and implements automated manufacturing equipment and control systems(Industrial automation). Troubleshot complex technical issues, led validation efforts, and collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate new technologies while ensuring continuous improvement and safety.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Develops, codes, and commissions automated systems, including PLC programming, robotics, and motion control systems. Troubleshoots and resolves complex technical issues, non-standard failures in automated machinery and control machinery to minimize downtime Manages automation projects, including scope, timelines and driving initiatives from design to deployment.

Validates protocols and ensures all automation systems comply with safety, industry and quality standards. Analyzes production workflows and data to optimize performance, increase efficiency and reduce operational cost Creates technical reports, standard operating procedures, electrical documentation; Technical leadership and training. Coordinates with external vendors for design, procurement, and installation of new equipment.

Maintain reliable and consistent attendance, including being punctual, and dependable in order to meet the needs of the department and the organization. Execute each essential duty satisfactorily in order to perform job successfully. Follows all safety procedures required in work area, wears PPE as needed, attends all safety meetings, and reports safety issues regarding equipment or unsafe/hazardous conditions.

Performs effectively as a team member, able to work well with others, open to receive and give feedback, and treats everyone with respect. Takes ownership of own work and behavior, accepts accountability for own actions, encourages solutions, and communicates status of work/projects. Follow all department quality standards/criteria. Raise concerns and issues to immediate manager.

Able to understand and demonstrate Cambro company culture, display company core values (Safety, Quality, Respect, and Service). Understands department's key performance indicators and contributes to achieve these goals both individually and as a team. Other duties as needed or required.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES Must be able to work overtime as needed, remain flexible and open to possible schedule changes in order to meet business needs. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Automation, or Industrial Engineering or verifiable/equivalent experience and vocational training in automation applications Minimum 10 years manufacturing engineering experience, preferably in an injection molding environment. Ability to apply concepts of advanced math and geometry including statistics. Must be able to analyze and make decisions based upon collected data.

2D or 3D drawing capability for automated equipment design on AutoCAD or SolidWorks required Knowledge of GD&T (ANSI Y14.5 -2018) Basic knowledge and understanding of industrial codes required (ADA, OSHA, NEC, NFPA, IBC, ISO) Ability to program and troubleshoot PLC controllers Ability to program and troubleshoot HMI units Ability to set-up, program, and troubleshoot Star Automation and/or Yushin robots Ability to set-up, program, and troubleshoot 6 axis robots Ability to design and write electrical schematics Ability to design, fabricate, and wire electrical control panels Ability to implement and program servo and stepper motor systems Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, and PowerPoint.

Ability to create and edit text documents, spreadsheets, presentations, and schedules Digital photography and file manipulation of digital images experience required Working knowledge of pneumatic control circuits and electro-pneumatic troubleshooting, electrical control panel assembly and wiring, electrical control circuit design and troubleshooting, PLC programming and troubleshooting.

Ability to travel to multiple facilities and suppliers in the USA and possibly internationally. Ability to manage multiple conflicting and sometime changing priorities. Has the ability to adapt quickly to new projects and assignments while being dedicated and an innovative problem solver. Is also a creative thinker who is results oriented, focused, and attentive to detail and accuracy.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Extensive Mechanical Desing and Engineering Focused experience with Scada systems and Databases PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Sitting, walking, standing, bending at the neck, bending at the waist, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting at the neck and waist, repetitive use of hands, simple grasping, power grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling, reaching above and below the shoulder, carrying/lifting up to 75 lbs.

Working around equipment and machinery Exposure to excessive noise Exposure to dust, gas, fumes or chemicals Working at heights Use of special visual or auditory protective equipment Walking on uneven ground PPE REQUIREMENTS Safety glasses Utility gloves Steel-toe slip-resistant shoes Hardhat Hearing protection (e.g., earplugs, earmuffs) Face shields Face covering (mask) in accordance with company policy.

Automation COMPENSATION RANGE: $100,000-$135,000 (range may vary based on experience) Salary may vary based on experience. CAMBRO is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

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From Cambro's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 10, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.

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