QA Automation Engineer

• Provide technical leadership and support for automation systems across multiple yarn manufacturing facilities
• Manage and support Siemens PLC, HMI, and industrial control systems to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations
• Develop and execute automation strategies to improve equipment uptime, product quality, operational efficiency, and cybersecurity
• Lead automation-related capital projects from concept through commissioning, including scope development, vendor coordination, budgeting, scheduling, and startup support
• Establish and maintain relationships with equipment OEMs, system integrators, automation suppliers, robotics providers, and AGV vendors
• Serve as the primary liaison between Manufacturing, Engineering, and Corporate IT teams regarding plant automation, networking, cybersecurity, and data initiatives
• Support manufacturing data collection, reporting, and analytics platforms
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to plant maintenance, engineering, and controls personnel
• Develop and maintain automation standards, documentation, backup procedures, and change management processes
• Troubleshoot complex automation, controls, networking, robotics, AGV, and system integration issues
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities related to process control, machine performance, material handling, and manufacturing efficiency
• Support plant cybersecurity initiatives and ensure compliance with corporate standards and best practices
• Travel periodically to support automation activities at multiple manufacturing locations

QA Automation Engineer jobs in South Carolina

Automation Engineering Manager