Senior Automation Engineer – Robotics & Control Systems | Buffalo, NY

Job Title: Senior Automation Engineer
Location: Buffalo, New York, United States
Work Schedule: Onsite
Salary Range: $125,000 - $165,000 annually
Employment Type: Full-time
Relocation Assistance: Yes
Travel Requirement: Occasionally

Job Summary:

The Senior Automation Engineer will be responsible for scoping, designing, developing, and supporting cost-effective automated manufacturing cells and other automation systems. These systems may include robotics, machine tending, material handling, RFID systems, automated assembly, and other automation technologies to enhance manufacturing operations.

This role requires expertise in industrial robotics programming and integration, CNC machine tool tending, control system software, and PLC programming. Experience with SCADA, enterprise system interfaces, and platforms such as Ignition, Fanuc, and Rockwell Automation is highly desired. The selected candidate will lead and manage a team of 3-8 engineers and collaborate across engineering and operations teams.

Responsibilities:

• Identify, develop, and implement automation solutions to optimize efficiency and increase production throughput.

• Oversee automation capital equipment specification and procurement, balancing technological capabilities and return on investment.

• Collaborate with internal teams and external automation integrators to address project requirements.

• Standardize automated systems and equipment, including hardware/software specifications and safety standards.

• Lead manufacturing improvement initiatives involving automation components such as RFID systems, vision systems, and robotics.

• Provide support and ongoing development for existing automation projects.

• Diagnose and troubleshoot automation-related software and hardware issues.

• Implement automation solutions while minimizing disruption to production operations.

• Provide leadership and technical guidance to a team of automation engineers.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field with a focus on control engineering.

• 10+ years of experience in automation and control systems. Aerospace and lean manufacturing experience is a plus.

• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, software, electronics, and electromechanical automation technologies.

• Solid understanding of computer programming and software development for control systems.

• Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex equipment issues.

• Strong collaboration and communication skills to work with cross-functional teams.

• Ability to work under pressure and deliver results within deadlines.

• Adaptability to manage change in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.

Additional Information:

• This position requires access to U.S. export-controlled information.

• U.S. work authorization required; visa sponsorship is not available.

• Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.