Job Description

At Delta Faucet, we are committed to transforming everyday experiences with water through innovative products and exceptional service. As a leader in the plumbing industry, we take pride in our dedication to quality, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. We believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our mission to create solutions that inspire and elevate the lives of all our customers. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds to join us on this journey toward inclusivity and excellence.

Your Role at Delta Faucet

The Automation Engineer will support the design, development, implementation, and maintenance of automation systems across manufacturing operations. This role works closely with the Lead Automation Engineer, Engineering, Maintenance, and Operations to troubleshoot issues, implement improvements, and develop technical skills while contributing to reliable and efficient automated systems.

Responsibilities

Automation Support & Execution

• Support the design, implementation, and improvement of automation systems across manufacturing operations.
• Assist with PLC, HMI, robotics, vision systems, and industrial network programming.
• Maintain accurate electrical schematics, network diagrams, and software backups.
• Follow established automation standards, documentation, and change management practices.

System Design & Implementation

• Develop PLC logic, HMI screens, safety circuits, and network configurations.
• Support new equipment installations, upgrades, and retrofits.
• Specify and install automation hardware such as PLCs, drives, sensors, and safety devices.
• Participate in system commissioning, startup, and validation activities.

Troubleshooting & Reliability

• Troubleshoot day-to-day automation and controls issues on production equipment.
• Support root cause analysis for equipment failures related to controls, software, or networks.
• Work with maintenance and operations to restore equipment safely and efficiently.

Project Management

• Lead automation-focused capital projects from concept through handoff.
• Develop project scopes, timelines, budgets, and risk assessments.
• Coordinate with engineering, maintenance, operations, safety, IT, and vendors.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to specification.
• Review and approve vendor designs, FAT/SAT documentation, and deliverables.

Continuous Improvement & Innovation

• Identify opportunities for automation to improve efficiency, quality, and ergonomics.
• Actively develop technical skills in automation technologies, standards, and best practices.
• Support data collection and OEE improvements.
• Work closely with maintenance to improve troubleshooting capability and ownership.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
• 2+ years of experience in industrial automation or controls engineering.
• Basic knowledge in PLC programming, HMIs, and industrial networking.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and technical documentation.
• Experience using 3D modeling software.
• Ability to lead projects and provide technical mentorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with robotics, vision systems, and data integration.
• Rockwell Automation-Allen Bradley programming/product experience.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment.

Why Join Us?

At Delta Faucet Company, our people are our greatest assets. We value different perspectives and fostering an inclusive environment. You’ll have the opportunity to shape the future of our brand, working alongside passionate professionals committed to excellence and innovation. Join us to lead progressive growth and make a significant impact within a leading organization.

Here are some of the benefits we offer for your personal and professional growth:

• Culture: Recognized and award-winning reputation for equality, diversity and inclusion, flexibility, work-life balance, and more.
• Wellbeing: Comprehensive benefit plans; retirement, savings, tuition reimbursement, and employee incentive programs; resources for mental, physical, and financial wellbeing.
• Learning & Development: LinkedIn Learning access; internal opportunities to work on projects cross-company.
• Social Impact: Four employee-led and self-directed Business Resource Groups; Paid volunteer day annually; Employees share their time, skills and talent with charities and nonprofit organizations across the U.S. and around the globe.

Company: Delta Faucet Company

Shift 1 (United States of America)

Full time

Hiring Range: $65,900.00 - $103,400.00 USD

Actual compensation may vary based on various factors including experience, education, geographic location, and/or skills.

Delta Faucet Company (the “Company”) is an equal opportunity employer and we strive to employ the most qualified individuals for every position. The Company makes employment decisions only based on merit. It is the Company’s policy to prohibit discrimination in any employment opportunity (including but not limited to recruitment, employment, promotion, salary increases, benefits, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment) based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical/mental disability, medical condition, marital/domestic partner status, military and veteran status, height, weight or any other such characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. The Company is committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all people involved in the operations of the Company regardless of where the employee is located and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of the Company.

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