Automation Engineer (Research and Development) Reading, PA $100,000-150,000 Full-Time | Up to 25-30% Travel Original Equipment Manufacturer We're recruiting for an experienced Automation Engineer (R&D) to develop smarter, more connected industrial machinery for an established equipment manufacturer in Reading, PA. This is a hands-on controls and automation role for an engineer who understands machines first and wants to apply AI, data and emerging technologies to improve equipment performance, reliability and serviceability. What You'll Do Design, prototype, test and validate smart machine features and automation systems Develop machine diagnostics, condition monitoring and predictive-maintenance concepts Apply machine vision, data analytics and AI-enabled tools to industrial equipment Support PLC controls architecture, sensor selection, instrumentation and machine connectivity Commission, optimize and troubleshoot machinery at customer facilities Evaluate emerging automation and smart-manufacturing technologies for practical OEM applications What We're Looking For 5-10+ years of controls, automation, mechatronics or industrial equipment experience Strong PLC background using Rockwell, Allen-Bradley and/or Siemens platforms Hands-on industrial machinery commissioning and troubleshooting experience Strong electrical controls knowledge and structured problem-solving skills Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Controls, Automation or Mechatronics Engineering preferred Strong communication skills and willingness to travel up to 25-30% Highly Attractive Experience Machine vision, Python, data analytics, AI or machine learning OPC UA, MQTT, IIoT, historians, edge devices or machine connectivity Robotics, servo systems, motion control or OEM equipment development Apply Click Apply or contact: Sam Wild 215-999-6430 sam@axionrecruitment.com Job Ref: 2797 Commutable from: Reading, Wyomissing, Sinking Spring, Birdsboro, Kutztown, Pottstown, Morgantown and surrounding areas. Relevant Job Titles: Controls Engineer, Automation Engineer, Mechatronics Engineer, Electrical Controls Engineer, R&D Engineer, Machine Controls Engineer and Smart Manufacturing Engineer Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available. IND2 Axion Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. Pay: $100,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Experience: industrial machinery or equipment manufacturing: 2 years (Required) Work Location: In person
Salary: $100,000 - $150,000 a year
Employment Type: Full-time
Qualifications
Industrial machinery or equipment manufacturing: 2 years (Required), Work authorization (Required)
Benefits
Health insurance, 401(k) matching, Paid time off, Vision insurance, Dental insurance, Life insurance