Full timeManufacturing

Senior Manufacturing Automation Engineer

KohlerKohler, Wisconsin🇺🇸United States

Why this role stands out

Leverage your expertise in manufacturing automation to drive innovation and optimize production processes at a globally recognized company with a rich history. You'll have the opportunity to grow your technical and leadership skills while contributing to a culture of craftsmanship and sustainability, with the flexibility of a hybrid work model. This role is ideal for a driven engineer passionate about shaping the future of manufacturing and eager to make a significant impact.

Quick overview

SeniorityMid Senior

Employment typeFull Time

Work modeHybrid

LocationKohler, Wisconsin, United States

CADContinuous ImprovementPLC ProgrammingSCADALean ManufacturingSix Sigma

Job description

Kohler is seeking a Staff Engineer, Manufacturing Automation to lead advanced automation initiatives across our manufacturing plants. In this role, you will design, implement, and optimize automated production systems, integrating robotics, PLCs, motion control, and data acquisition to improve safety, quality, and throughput. You will lead cross-functional teams, develop equipment specifications, manage vendors, and drive continuous improvement using Lean and Six Sigma tools. Partner with global sites to standardize best practices, support commissioning and troubleshooting, and mentor engineers while advancing sustainable, efficient manufacturing solutions.

Responsibilities

Lead design and implementation of automated manufacturing systems, including robotics, PLCs, and motion control.
Develop equipment specifications, layouts, and standards for automation projects.
Manage automation project lifecycle from concept through commissioning and handoff to operations.
Collaborate with production, quality, and maintenance teams to improve safety, quality, and throughput.
Integrate data acquisition, OEE, and analytics tools to monitor and optimize equipment performance.
Standardize automation best practices and documentation across global manufacturing sites.
Troubleshoot complex automation and controls issues, providing advanced technical support.
Drive continuous improvement using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
Evaluate and manage automation vendors, integrators, and equipment suppliers.
Mentor engineers and technicians in automation technologies and best practices.

Required Skills