Careers

Location: Staunton, VA 

Company: QFocus Technologies 

Domain: Manufacturing (Medical)

Description

The Automation Engineer role is a contract position for 6-12 months. This role is critical for the seamless integration of automated systems and the rigorous validation of new equipment. You will functions with a "boots-on-the-ground" mentality and be the primary technical lead for troubleshooting complex electromechanical systems and ensuring that our automated lines meet strict regulatory and operational standards.

Key Responsibilities

- Validation & Commissioning: Lead and execute Site Acceptance Tests (SATs) and equipment validations (IQ/OQ/PQ) to ensure systems meet design specifications and compliance requirements.
- PLC Troubleshooting: Perform advanced diagnostics and programming adjustments on PLC systems (Allen-Bradley/Rockwell, Siemens, etc.) to minimize downtime.
- Electro-Mechanical Support: Troubleshoot and repair complex automated machinery involving robotics, servos, sensors, pneumatics and vision systems.
- Continuous Improvement: Identify bottlenecks in automated processes and implement hardware or software upgrades to enhance throughput.
- Shift Flexibility: Provide critical technical support during off-shift hours to ensure 24/7 manufacturing continuity.
- Documentation: Maintain meticulous records of system modifications, validation protocols and preventative maintenance schedules.

Required Qualifications & Skills

- Technical Expertise: Proven experience troubleshooting PLCs and HMIs.

-- Strong Electro-Mechanical background (understanding of circuitry, motors and mechanical assemblies)

-- Ability to integrate systems effectively

- Validation Experience: Demonstrated success in executing SATs and formal validation protocols in a regulated environment.

- Systems Fluency: Familiarity with SCADA, Ignition, or other integrated manufacturing execution systems.

- Experience: 3+ years in an automation-heavy manufacturing environment (High-speed packaging, Medical Device or Automotive preferred).

- Education: BS in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or equivalent technical certifications/experience.

Core Competencies

- Problem-Solving: The ability to trace a system failure back to the root cause—whether it’s a line of code or a frayed wire.
- Resilience: Comfortable working in a high-pressure, fast-paced production environment.
- Agility: A willingness to work off-shifts to support the needs of a global manufacturing schedule.

Why Join QFocus?

- Technical Growth: Access to the latest in robotics and automation technology.
- Stability: Join a growing company with a robust pipeline of international projects.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive pay, shift differentials, health/dental/vision and 401(k) matching.

QFocus Technologies LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.