What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automation Engineer position at Lion Energy?
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Lion Energy Automation Team is seeking a full-time Automation Engineer to support the design, implementation, and optimization of automated systems within our production and testing processes. The ideal candidate will bring a passion for innovation, problem-solving, and continuous improvement in testing and manufacturing of energy systems. The ideal candidate will have a firm understanding of Electrical laws and fundamentals, Ladder logic and PLC programming, and 3D design (preferably with experience in SolidWorks and or SolidWorks Electrical)
RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:
- Design and implement automation solutions for interdepartmental use.
- Collaborate with engineering, embedded software, and other teams to develop automated processes to test Lion energy Products.
- Develop, program, and maintain PLCs, HMIs, and other control systems.
- Support troubleshooting and process improvements across facilities.
- Design Electrical Schematics.
- Design Automated machines and systems.
- Document, test, create standard operating procedures and validate automated systems.
REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Mechatronics (or equivalent experience).
- Experience with PLC programming (AB, Studio 5000), industrial sensors, and control systems.
- An ability and willingness to learn how automated equipment works and how to fix and improve them.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a collaborative environment.
- Use hand and power tools to build and wire machines.
- Basic Microsoft Office capability; Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
- Familiarity with robotics, data acquisition, or energy storage systems is a plus.
- Python coding, Linux systems, and other computer-based knowledge is a plus.
ABOUT LION ENERGY:
We help individuals, families, and organizations become energy independent. We do this by providing smart lithium energy storage systems that range from small hand-held power banks, and solar generators RV batteries to home and large custom solutions that are safe,
WHY JOIN US:
Join a passionate team driving the future of renewable energy innovation. Lion Energy offers a collaborative environment, growth opportunities, and the chance to make a real impact in sustainable technology.