Manufacturing Automation Engineer

Automation Engineer’s at Dell Technologies, design and implement advanced robotics, control systems, and automated processes to maximize production efficiency. They ensure consistent product quality by integrating automated testing and inspection systems while reducing cycle times and minimizing downtime. Beyond technical execution, they lead continuous improvement initiatives at our partner sites, collaborating across teams to scale operations, enhance safety, and support rapid innovation.

Join us to do the best work of your career and make a profound impact as an Automation Engineer on our Operations Team in Austin, Texas.

What you’ll achieve
In this position as Manufacturing Automation Engineer, you will design and implement advanced robotics, control systems, and automated processes to maximize production efficiency. You will ensure consistent product quality by integrating automated testing and inspection systems while reducing cycle times and minimizing downtime. Beyond technical execution, you’ll lead continuous improvement initiatives at our partner sites, collaborating across teams to scale operations, enhance safety, and support rapid innovation.

You will:

•Design & Implement Automation Systems - Develop, program, and integrate automated equipment, robotics, and control systems to streamline assembly and packing processes.
•Optimize Processes - Analyze production workflows to identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies, then deploy automation solutions to improve throughput and reduce cycle times
•Ensure Equipment Maintenance & Reliability - Establish preventive maintenance schedules for automated machinery and ensure minimal downtime through predictive analytics.
•Collaborate Cross‑Functionally - Work closely with manufacturing engineers, production managers, and IT teams to align automation initiatives with overall plant goals.
•Lead automation projects from concept through deployment, including budgeting, ROI, scheduling, and stakeholder communication.

Take the first step towards your dream career
Every Dell Technologies team member brings something unique to the table. Here’s what we are looking for with this role:

Essential Requirements
•Sound knowledge of industrial automation systems – expertise in PLCs, robotics, sensors, and control systems to design and maintain automated production lines.
•Experience with high-volume manufacturing processes – understanding lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement methodologies to optimize throughput and reduce defects.
•Proficiency in programming and integration – ability to develop, troubleshoot, and integrate automation software with hardware systems for seamless operation.
•Strong collaboration and communication abilities – working closely with cross-functional teams (production, quality, maintenance, IT) to align automation solutions with business goals.
•Minimum of 15 years of related experience in Operations, Manufacturing and Engineering roles, or a Bachelor’s degree with relevant manufacturing experience.

Desirable Requirements
•Experience in leading and coordinating IT and capacity expansion projects from development, through testing and implementation
•Analytical and problem-solving skills – capability to diagnose production issues quickly, implement corrective actions, and ensure minimal downtime.

Compensation
Dell is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this position is $195,500 to $253,000.

Benefits and Perks of working at Dell Technologies
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Who we are
We believe that each of us has the power to make an impact. That’s why we put our team members at the center of everything we do. If you’re looking for an opportunity to grow your career with some of the best minds and most advanced tech in the industry, we’re looking for you.

Dell Technologies is a unique family of businesses that helps individuals and organizations transform how they work, live and play. Join us to build a future that works for everyone because Progress Takes All of Us.

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