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# Staff Automation Engineer

- **Company:** Page Michael International Inc
- **Location:** Pawtucket, RI, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $135,000.0 - $145,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Computer Vision, Health Information Management, Requirements Management, Automatic Programming, Information Technology, Process Control Systems, Operational Systems
- **Published:** November 3, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/staff-automation-engineer-pawtucket-ri--5483202e-2415-4f34-abce-dec93a640a3e

## About the Role

Automation Engineering, Manufacturing Systems, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Automation, Vendor/Supplier Selection, Capital Equipment Purchasing, Requirements Management, Manufacturing, Maintain Compliance, Risk Analysis, * Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline.

 * 10+ years of automation engineering experience within a manufacturing environment.
 * Proven experience managing automation projects involving external integrators and capital equipment suppliers.
 * Strong knowledge of machine validation methodologies including IQ, OQ, and PQ.
 * Hands-on experience with PLCs, HMIs, MES platforms, and industrial control systems.
 * Experience with industrial and collaborative robotics.
 * Ability to define functional, design, and user requirements for automation systems.
 * Demonstrated project management and cross-functional leadership experience.
 * Experience implementing computer vision and AI-based automation solutions.
 * Experience working within regulated manufacturing environments governed by strict quality standards.

## Description

* Design, develop, and implement automated manufacturing systems and processes.
 * Lead automation projects involving third-party integrators, equipment suppliers, and capital procurement activities.
 * Partner with engineering, operations, quality, and manufacturing teams to define requirements and deliver scalable automation solutions.
 * Conduct risk assessments and ensure compliance with applicable safety and quality standards.
 * Identify, evaluate, and manage automation vendors and integration partners.
 * Simulate, test, validate, and optimize automation processes to ensure reliable system performance.
 * Integrate manufacturing technologies across IT and operational technology (OT) environments.
 * Develop and maintain automation software, controls architecture, and machine programming.
 * Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including design specifications, validation protocols, and implementation plans.
 * Lead Factory Acceptance Testing and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) activities.
 * Develop project timelines, budgets, and execution plans while ensuring projects remain on schedule and within budget.
 * Troubleshoot automation systems and drive root cause analysis and corrective actions.
 * Develop process control strategies to improve productivity, quality, and throughput.
 * Evaluate and implement emerging automation technologies, including robotics, computer vision, and AI-driven solutions.
 * Provide technical guidance and training to manufacturing and engineering teams.
 * Influence equipment and product design strategies to support Design for Automated Assembly (DfAA) initiatives.