Factory Automation Engineer

About the Role:

The Factory Automation Engineer at BlueOval SK Stanton, Tennessee will have a unique opportunity to be a key member of the start-up team, assisting with initial launch of new product lines and development of manufacturing processes.

Key Areas of Responsibility:

Automation System Design & Integration

• Develop, configure, and optimize PLC, SCADA, HMI and MES/EAP automation systems
• Integrate automation equipment with IT/OT infrastructure and enterprise systems
• Design and document automation workflows, control logic, and systems interfaces

Implementation & Commissioning

• Install, test, and commission automation hardware/software at the plant level
• Provide technical support during system go-live and post-deployment stabilization
• Ensure preventative maintenance and lifecycle management of automation systems

Troubleshooting & Support

• Diagnose and resolve system issues, equipment malfunctions, or integration failures
• Provide on-call and emergency support as required, including off hours
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure system uptime and operational continuity

Process Optimization & Compliance

• Identify opportunities for automation improvements to reduce downtime and increase throughput
• Ensure systems comply with safety, quality, delivery and industry regulatory standards

Collaboration & Documentation

• Work with management, users, and cross-functional teams to gather system requirements
• Maintain accurate documentation of system configurations, test plans, and system changes
• Provide training and knowledge transfer to operators and engineering teams

Minimum Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree
• Experience: 0 to 3 yrs. of related experience
• Ability to support any shift in a 7-day work pattern
• Candidate must be flexible to significant travel during initial plant start-up phase
• Successful candidate must be able to demonstrate leadership behaviors consisting of outstanding interpersonal, teambuilding, continuous improvement and communication skills
• Bi-lingual in Korean and English

Preferred Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
• Experience:
  • Hands-on experience with PLC programming (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Mitsubishi, or similar)
  • Familiarity with MES/EAP, SCADA, HMI, and OPC-UA protocols
  • Strong knowledge of automation design, integration, and troubleshooting
  • Knowledge of robotics, industrial networks (Ethernet/IP, Profinet), and sensor integration
  • Visual Factory Management

What you’ll receive in return:

As part of the BlueOval SK family, you’ll enjoy excellent compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that includes generous paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, incentive compensation and much more. You’ll also experience exciting opportunities for professional and personal growth and recognition.

Candidates for positions with BlueOval SK must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status.

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What you’ll receive in return:
As part of the BlueOval SK family, you’ll enjoy excellent compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that includes generous paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, incentive compensation and much more. You’ll also experience exciting opportunities for professional and personal growth and recognition. If you have what it takes to help us lead the transformation of the EV battery business, we’d love to have you join us.

Benefits include:

• 401k plan with retirement planning services

• 401k company matching after completing three months of service

• Medical and prescription drug coverage

• Dental and vision coverage

• Preventative Care

• Eligibility for great ancillary benefits including: Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), Short-Term Disability (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD), Employee Basic Life and Accidental Death Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, and Employee Supplemental Life Insurance

• Access to Paid Time Off (PTO) after completing probationary period and Emergency PTO

• Parental Leave

• Climate-controlled working environment

• For a full list of benefits, visit our website:

• https://blueovalsk.com/opportunities

Candidates for positions with BlueOval SK must be legally authorized to work in the United States. BlueOval SK does not sponsor employment VISAs for candidates at this time. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status.