Sr. Automation Engineer

The Sr. Automation Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining current and future automation systems for Moultrie. This includes engineering new test fixtures and equipment from the ground up, as well as maintaining and improving existing fixtures. The Automation Engineer must be self-motivated and able to independently design, document, and implement engineering procedures and processes. Working across multiple programming languages, hardware platforms, and software systems, they must be able to adapt quickly to evolving product requirements and technologies. As a "high confidence, low ego" team player, the Automation Engineer will partner with Hardware and Software Engineers and Product Managers to ensure product testing and validation is engineered and executed in a consistent, rigorous, and thorough manner. The Automation Engineer at Moultrie must be detail oriented and able to manage multiple engineering projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities :

• Design wiring schematics, circuit layouts, and program architecture for test fixtures.
• Documentation and generation of detailed reports.
• Software development for test and automation systems using Python, C/C++, or other languages
• Engineer and build test fixtures using embedded platforms such as Arduino, Teensy, Adafruit, or custom microcontroller designs.
• Troubleshoot bugs and validation of fixes.
• Lead root cause analysis on nuisance and field issues, partnering with ODM engineering teams to drive corrective action.
• Monitor existing automated testing for failures and improvements needed.
• Basic electrical work (soldering/low voltage circuit wiring)
• 3D printing fixture components
• Design and assemble testing machines and fixtures
• Perform routine maintenance of test benches, equipment, instruments, facility, etc.
• Develop detailed test procedures and complete the necessary paperwork to record and report test results.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related engineering discipline required.
• 2-4 years of experience in test automation, PC-based programming, or a related engineering field.
• Proficiency in Python and experience with additional programming or scripting languages.
• Must understand electronics and circuitry.
• Must be able to work flexible hours.
• At least one year of experience in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Master's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• 4-6 years of experience in consumer electronics testing, automation engineering, or related field.
• Familiarity with testing and troubleshooting methods.
• Passionate about the outdoors
• Ability to work independently as well as within a team.