What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automation Integration Specialist position at Manufacturing Automation Group (MAG)?
Manufacturing Automation Group (MAG)
Location: On-site (travel required based on project needs)
About MAGManufacturing Automation Group (MAG) is a leader in advanced intralogistics and automation solutions, specializing in the deployment and integration of cutting-edge technologies such as Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs), fleet management systems, and plant-wide automation infrastructure.
Position OverviewMAG is seeking a highly driven and technically advanced Automation Integration Specialist to lead the deployment, integration, and stabilization of automation systems within live production environments.
This is a hands-on, high-impact role focused on making systems work in real-world conditions. You will operate as a key technical leader during commissioning and launch phases, ensuring systems are stable, reliable, and production-ready before handoff to long-term support teams.
Key Responsibilities1. Deployment & Launch Leadership- Lead on-site commissioning of AMRs and automation systems (mapping, calibration, mission setup)
- Own system readiness from deployment through stabilization
- Ensure systems meet performance expectations before customer handoff
- Coordinate with engineering, technology, and operations teams to meet project milestones
- Integrate automation systems with PLCs, MES, scanners, docking stations, and IT infrastructure
- Configure and validate fleet management systems and communication interfaces
- Troubleshoot system-to-system communication issues and ensure data flow integrity
- Serve as the primary escalation point during system launch
- Diagnose and resolve complex software, controls, network, and hardware issues
- Lead root cause analysis and drive permanent corrective actions
- Maintain composure and leadership in high-pressure production environments
- Support development of internal tools, dashboards, and automation workflows
- Evaluate and implement new technologies to improve system performance
- Identify opportunities to reduce manual intervention and increase reliability
- Develop and maintain system documentation (layouts, interfaces, procedures)
- Log issues, recovery methods, and configuration changes within MAG systems
- Ensure adherence to cybersecurity, network, and system integrity standards
- Train customer teams and MAG personnel on system operation and recovery
- Provide structured communication during launches and shift transitions
- Deliver complete system handoff packages to support teams
- Support operations during launch, ramp-up, and stabilization phases
- Monitor system performance and production impact
- Communicate risks and system status to stakeholders and leadership
- Experience with automation systems, AMRs/AGVs, or industrial robotics
- Strong understanding of system integration (PLC, networking, software interfaces)
- Advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving ability
- Ability to work in fast-paced, high-pressure production environments
- Strong communication and leadership skills on-site with customers
- Experience with fleet management systems or automation software platforms
- Exposure to MES systems, industrial networking, or controls systems
- Previous commissioning or launch experience in manufacturing environments
- On-site role supporting active manufacturing facilities
- Expected to work up to ~50 hours per week, aligned with customer production schedules
- Must be available for day, night, and weekend shifts as required
- Travel required both in and out of country, based on project assignments