Site Automation Engineer - Night Shift

About this role

Bright Machines seeks a Site Automation Engineer to manage robotic assembly system performance and reliability at a customer facility in Florence, Kentucky. You'll troubleshoot hardware and software issues, coordinate between the customer and internal teams, and optimize system uptime on a rotating night shift schedule.

What you'll do

• Monitor and troubleshoot robotic assembly systems using live data and diagnostic tools
• Serve as primary technical liaison between customer, manufacturing partners, and Bright Machines experts
• Diagnose and resolve hardware and software failures to maintain system availability
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives based on system performance data
• Document issues, solutions, and maintenance activities for knowledge sharing
• Support 24/7 manufacturing operations on rotating overnight shifts

What they're looking for

• Robotics troubleshooting and hands-on automation experience
• PLC programming or industrial control systems knowledge
• Diagnostic tools and live data analysis
• Hardware diagnostics and repair
• Strong communication and customer-facing skills
• Problem-solving and root cause analysis
• Manufacturing or factory automation environment experience
• Ability to work independently on night shifts

Benefits

• Opportunity to impact factory automation and manufacturing innovation
• Rotating shift schedule (3 shifts one week, 4 the next) for work-life balance
• Direct involvement with cutting-edge robotic systems
• Collaborative team environment across multiple departments

Likely interview questions

• Describe your experience troubleshooting robotic or automated manufacturing systems and how you approach diagnosing hardware vs. software issues.
• Tell us about a time you had to communicate a complex technical problem to a non-technical customer—how did you handle it?