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Automation Systems Design Manager

Ember Grey 🇺🇸 North Carolina, United States of America

Full-time Manager

Lead a multidisciplinary engineering team in developing innovative automated manufacturing equipment, from early concepts and prototypes through testing, validation, industrialisation, and production deployment. Set technical direction, integrate mechanical, electrical, controls, robotics, vision, motion, and software systems, and ensure solutions are safe, reliable, and scalable.

Responsibilities

  • Lead a multidisciplinary engineering team in developing innovative automated manufacturing equipment, from early concepts and prototypes through testing, validation, industrialisation, and production deployment. Set technical direction, integrate mechanical, electrical, controls, robotics, vision, motion, and software systems, and ensure solutions are safe, reliable, and scalable.

Requirements

  • Requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering discipline, at least 10 years of manufacturing experience, and 4–5 years of engineering leadership or management experience. Candidates should have a strong record in concept development, prototype building and testing, automated equipment integration, and taking new technologies into production; fibre or cable manufacturing experience is highly desirable.

Benefits

  • Performance Bonuses
  • Long-Term Incentives
  • Company-Funded Pension Contributions
  • 401(k) Matching
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Family-Building Support
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Coverage
  • Paid Time Off
  • Company Holidays
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Wellness Programs
  • Employee Recognition and Rewards
  • Technical Training
  • Professional Development

Key Skills

Engineering leadership Concept development Prototype building Testing and validation Automated equipment integration Mechanical engineering Electrical engineering Controls systems Robotics Vision systems Motion control Software systems Safety engineering Reliability engineering Scalable manufacturing

About Ember Grey

We specialise in connecting exceptional talent with organisations globally, ensuring that each placement aligns perfectly with the needs of both our clients and candidates. Specialised expertise across sectors, our recruitment expertise spans a wide range of industries, and we understand the unique needs of each sector. Whether your business is in Energy, Oil & Gas, Mining, Aviation, Aerospace, Chemicals, Agribusiness, Metals & Environmental Services, we tailor our approach to finding candidates who not only meet the technical requirements but also fit well within your organisational culture and long-term vision. Our specialised knowledge ensures we bring you the best talent, tailored to your sector’s specific demands.    Our approach goes beyond simply filling positions. We focus on delivering quality and understanding the specifics of your business. Our priority is not volume but finding the ideal match. Our recruitment process is founded on a combination of sector knowledge and a

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