Automation Engineer (Robotics)

Location: Lewis Center, Ohio, US; other location: Guaynabo, Puerto Rico, US. Travel to manufacturing and customer sites may be required.

Company

hirify.global Corporation develops and operates automated packaging, warehouse, robotics, and integrated manufacturing systems.

What you will do

• Support the design, logistics, integration, commissioning, qualification, validation, and operation of automated packaging lines interfacing with automated warehouses, ASRS, and AGVs.
• Develop equipment and system specifications based on material, compliance, and operator requirements, ensuring alignment with CGMP, 21 CFR Part 11, FDA, safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Lead ASRS, AGV, and automated warehouse compliance documentation and support site computer system validation and data integrity activities.
• Lead and support the development, testing, implementation, validation, and operation of critical automation and software systems.
• Review machine controls designs using PLC, HMI, and SCADA platforms, including Allen-Bradley, Siemens, RSView, and PanelView; apply engineering principles across automation, controls, robotics, industrial networks, and integrated systems.
• Coordinate with Quality Assurance, CSV, Packaging, Manufacturing, IT/OT teams, vendors, consultants, users, peers, and management to deliver compliant systems and cross-functional initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Automation Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience working in an operational GxP-regulated environment with a strong understanding of applicable regulations and standards.
• Firsthand experience implementing industrial automation and integrated automation systems.
• Experience with robotics; ASRS and AGV experience is strongly preferred.
• Direct experience working in regulated environments, including GMP, OSHA, and EPA requirements.
• Familiarity with Industry 4.0, IIoT, and digital manufacturing technologies.
• Fluent English with effective communication skills is required.
• Willingness to travel to manufacturing and customer sites when required.
• Follow all applicable health, safety, and environmental procedures, including lockout-tagout requirements, protective equipment use, incident reporting, and required training.

Culture & Benefits

• Work in a cross-functional environment spanning Quality Assurance, CSV, Packaging, Manufacturing, and IT/OT.
• Lead and influence teams while encouraging critical and creative problem solving.
• Collaborate with ASRS and AGV vendors and consultants to align contracts, specifications, and deliverables with customer requirements.
• Maintain compliance with divisional health, safety, and environmental procedures.