Automation Engineer – Inverter Systems

Convergix is a global automation systems integrator that serves diverse end markets. We design, build, test, and integrate custom solutions to automate our customers’ operations with a focus on solving unique challenges that others struggle to address. As a team, we are on an improvement journey in pursuit of our vision: to become the ultimate trusted partner to our customers, capable of solving any industrial automation challenge with our passionate people, world renowned processes and diverse experience . If you want to join a team whose mission is to elevate the automation industry, we want to hear from you!  Learn more about us:  https://convergixautomation.com/ The Role Step into a hands-on Automation Engineer role at the intersection of mechanical and controls engineering. Embedded full time on site with a major automotive electronics manufacturer, you will support high-volume inverter assembly and test lines — programming and troubleshooting automated equipment, improving throughput and quality, and acting as the trusted technical partner on the floor. You will bring the full strength of Convergix behind you, and carry what you learn back into our team. Key Responsibilities Serve as Convergix’s on-site automation engineering resource, supporting inverter assembly and test lines from installation and launch through steady-state production. Program, troubleshoot, and optimize automated production equipment including robots (Fanuc, IAI), PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Keyence), machine vision, screw driving, and material dispensing systems. Support the electro-mechanical side of the line — tooling, fixturing, fit-up, and equipment modifications — and lead root-cause analysis on downtime, scrap, and quality escapes. Drive continuous improvement in cycle time, first-pass yield, and overall equipment effectiveness, working shoulder-to-shoulder with the customer’s manufacturing, quality, and maintenance teams. Develop and maintain equipment documentation, standard work, and preventive maintenance routines; train operators and technicians on new or modified equipment. Exercise project management skills by developing schedules and budgets in collaboration with clients and internal project management resources, ensuring completion of all deliverables to the satisfaction of the client while fostering a culture of safety. Capture and transfer knowledge back to the broader Convergix team, so that on-site learning strengthens how we deliver for every client. Provide superior client experiences partnering with your internal team to cohesively deliver a vision, energy, and intensity that exceeds client expectations. Qualifications and Experience Essential Four-year university degree in electrical, mechanical, or mechatronics engineering, or a related discipline (equivalent technical experience will be considered) Five or more years of related work experience, ideally within the automotive industry or another high-volume manufacturing environment Hands-on experience programming, troubleshooting, and supporting automated production equipment, including: Robots: Fanuc, IAI PLCs: Allen-Bradley, Keyence Machine vision systems Screw driving and material dispensing equipment Electro-mechanical devices, tooling, and fixturing Ability to read and work from electrical schematics and mechanical drawings, and to make sound judgment calls on equipment modifications A proven self-starter with a positive, “can-do” attitude who is motivated by solving complex challenges Strong client-focused approach, dedicated to providing exceptional client experiences to our internal and external customers Ability to multi-task, exercise good judgment and prioritize workload through outstanding organizational skills