Automation Engineer

Crown Technical Systems, a Flex Company, is a leader in power distribution and protection systems concentrating on sophisticated, state-of-the-art relay and control panels, medium voltage switchgear, and enclosures (power/control buildings/ E-Houses). We specialize in customized, turn-key solutions that ensure safe, secure, and reliable power distribution.

Working at Crown Technical Systems offers a dynamic and rewarding career path for individuals seeking to power the world. Through hands-on training, mentorship, and a culture of internal promotion, we empower you to reach your full potential and contribute to projects that truly matter.

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a/an Automation Engineer located in Dallas, TX.

Reporting to the US OpEx Manager the Automation Engineer leads the global development, standardization, and implementation of automation systems and best practices across Critical Power manufacturing sites. Acts as a technical liaison and mentor, driving consistency, efficiency, and innovation in the design and deployment of automation solutions for power distribution equipment and related manufacturing processes.

What a typical day looks like:

• Develop and standardize global autonomation best practices, ensuring alignment across all Critical Power sites.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and digitalization initiatives in manufacturing processes.
• Act as a global liaison between regional teams, engineering, and leadership to ensure consistent implementation of automation strategies.
• Provide technical mentorship to regional engineers
• Design, engineer, and commission PLC, HMI, and SCADA-based automation systems for manufacturing and testing of power distribution equipment, including the development and modification of moderately complex tooling, machinery, and processes.
• Collaborate with electrical and mechanical engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of automation into product designs
• Integrate automation systems with MES, historian, and enterprise platforms (e.g., SAP, Power BI)
• Ensure compliance with global electrical and safety standards (e.g., NFPA 70E, IEC, UL, CE)
• Perform and support the study, selection, and implementation of automated equipment.
• Establish technical manuals, drawings, models, training documentation, preventative maintenance plans and troubleshooting guides for automated equipment and automated processes.
• Collaborates and offers input to planning, building, and maintaining the Automation framework and associated processes for new products.
• Identifies and drives change to ensure automation effectiveness of existing processes.
• Demonstrates and thorouth understing of customer requirements, offer suggestions and ideas on how best to deliver automation solutions.

The experience we’re looking to add to our team,

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, supporting and deploying automated equipments.
• Strong technical foundation in electrical/mechanical troubleshooting, PLC/HMI programming, and industrial communication protocols.
• Experience with automation systems, including robotics, machine safety devices, MES integration, and Industry 4.0/IIoT solutions.
• Ability to interpret and develop mechanical and electrical designs using tools such as SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
• Skilled in project management, vendor coordination, and execution of FAT/SAT activities for equipment and automation deployments.
• Proficient in root cause analysis, continuous improvement, and Lean manufacturing principles.
• Basic scripting capabilities (Python, C/C++) to support automation workflows and system integration.
• Solidworks and /or AutoCad (preferred).
• Lean Manufacturing (preferred).
• Available to travel 20% -50% domestic and international.

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What you'll receive for the great work you provide:

• Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Matching 401(k) Contributions
• Vacation and Paid Sick Time
• Tuition Reimbursement

Is Sponsorship Available?

Crown is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email [email protected] and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Crown, you must complete the application process first).