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Automation Engineer

The Plastek Group
Erie, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/7/2026

Overview

The Plastek Group is searching for an Automation Engineer for its Spectrum Molding Division located in Erie, PA! This is an excellent and exciting opportunity to work for a secure, progressive, and technologically advanced company.

Responsibilities

  • Perform electrical/pneumatic/hydraulic system design in support of custom automated assembly, inspection, fixturing and robotic systems.
  • PLC and HMI programming utilizing RSLogix and FTView
  • Programming with multiple robot languages; Epson, Kawasaki, Fanuc, wITTMANN
  • Oversee the set-up and functioning of all automated equipment and machinery
  • Participate in final system functional performance testing
  • Research new equipment / technologies and recommend alternative engineering solutions to management to meet business needs
  • Develop clear understanding of new automated equipment intended function, communicate/train technicians on set-ups and maintenance
  • Design end of arm tools

Key Skills

  • Read and interpret electrical schematics, or computer-generated reports
  • Proficient with Allen Bradley PLCs, HMIs, and sensors
  • Proficient with robots; Epson, Kawasaki, Fanuc
  • Basic knowledge of electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic operation

Great Benefits

  • Health insurance ( we have on site nurses and a dr!)
  • Free dental
  • Free vision
  • Free short term disability
  • Free life insurance
  • 401K
  • Flexible spending account
  • Steel toe boot reimbursement program

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Pay: $68,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Education:

  • Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

  • Automation Engineering: 2 years (Required)
  • PLC Programming : 1 year (Required)
  • HMI Programming: 1 year (Required)
  • pneumatic operation: 1 year (Required)
  • Hydraulics: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

  • Erie, PA 16506: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $68,000 - $75,000

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