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Automation Engineer II - Mechatronics

Milwaukee Tool · Menomonee Falls, WI · Full time

Posted Sep 9, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a project where you had to balance a tight budget against what the users wanted from the equipment.

What they are checking: Whether they can make practical trade-offs and still deliver something that works.

Tell me about a time you worked with a technician or end user to improve equipment you built.

What they are checking: Whether they listen to the people who use their equipment every day.

What would you do

A test station you built is giving different results on two shifts. How do you find out why?

What they are checking: Whether they look at fixturing, calibration, operator steps and environment in a systematic way.

Service centers want a change to your test station that would break compatibility with older tools. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they consider the whole product range and users before making changes.

About the work

Tell me about an automated test system you designed. What did it test and how did you make sure the results were trustworthy?

What they are checking: Whether they can build test equipment that gives repeatable, accurate results, the focus of this team.

How would you design a test fixture to check a repaired cordless tool's motor and electronics before it goes back to the customer?

What they are checking: Whether they can apply mechatronics to service repair validation, which this team supports.

Walk me through how you would pick sensors, a controller and actuators for a new test station.

What they are checking: Whether they make sound component choices based on accuracy, cost and maintainability.

What platforms have you used to write test or control software, like LabVIEW, Python or a PLC? How do you structure that code?

What they are checking: Whether they write maintainable test software that others can support later.

How do you design a station so a technician with little training can use it without making mistakes?

What they are checking: Whether they design for the real operator with clear prompts and error-proofing.

How do you validate a new test system before you hand it over? What does a gage R&R look like on test equipment?

What they are checking: Whether they prove measurement capability before the system is used to make decisions.

How do you make sure the electrical and safety design of a test station is sound when it handles high-current tools and batteries?

What they are checking: Whether they think about guarding, interlocks and battery hazards on their own equipment.

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The full job description

As published by Milwaukee Tool.

Automation Engineer II Job Description: Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.; Sponsorship is not available for this position at this time. Come be DISRUPTIVE with us! At Milwaukee Tool we firmly believe that our People and our Culture are the secrets to our success -- so we give you unlimited access to everything you need to create innovative new solutions on our engineering team. All our teams touch every step of the process, that is why our Engineering teams are some of the key contributors to our continuous innovations. The fast-paced, agile environment continuously delivers disruptive technologies by providing every team with the resources needed to excel and working directly with End Users to understand how to deliver heavy duty products with high performance. We create Best in Class products by leveraging advanced analysis tools, extensive testing regimes, state-of-the-art manufacturing processes and cross-functional agility. To learn more about the Milwaukee story and our company click HERE . Dept Engineering Overview: At Milwaukee Tool, Disruptive Innovation is not exclusive to the products introduced to the market; Disruptive Innovation is extended to all facets of the company including engineering support roles. As a team of Automation Engineers, we develop innovative automated test systems to support the validation of service repair work within our Service Hubs and Factory Service Centers. We work cross-functionally with Service Quality and Reliability Engineers, Service NPD Engineers, and Service Operations. We make empowered decisions to rapidly enhance reliability and confidence that your tool’s service repair operation is done correctly. Additionally, we support troubleshooting and design revisions to continuously improve existing systems. We are looking for engineers passionate about product testing, team collaboration, and automation. A typical Automation Engineer has vertical mechatronics skillsets including Electrical and Programming. While an engineer might specialize in one discipline, each engineer is expected to be agile across disciplines. You’ll also be DISRUPTIVE through these duties and responsibilities: Create and upkeep electrical schematics for system power, system safety, system measurements and physical panel layouts CAD • Specify and approve system design stage uncertainty for all measurements devices included in the system design. • Work with calibration vendor to verify uncertainty was upheld during integration • Specify facilities power requirements for the system • Conduct and approve impedance, filtering, amperage, power, voltage, and conversion calculations • Develop equipment and test systems to support Service Hubs and Factory Service Centers. • Integrate and troubleshoot physical hardware, sensors, and motion devices across domestic and global service centers. • Drive discussion and scope surrounding system requirements in collaboration with Service NPD, Service QE/RE, and Service Operations. • Create system documentation including BOM (bill of materials) and operational instructions. • Work with vendors for procurement of BOM material, costing, and schedule. • Analyze project risks and provide assessment to leadership – included but not limited to: Cost, Schedule, Procurement, Design, and Safety. • Prioritize and manage multiple projects - Adhere to timelines and excel in a fast-paced high-energy environment. • Collaborate with other engineers in technical solutions and implementation across domestic and global service centers. • Maintain technical competency and remain current in technology. Qualifications: • Requires a bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical Engineering or related field. • 2+ Years’ Experience in electrical design utilizing CAD • Experience with root cause analysis tools (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone, FMEA) • Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles is a plus • Hands on experience with building, integrating, and debugging industrial systems • Ability to provide candid feedback to coworkers and leadership • Willing to travel (15%) – Travel includes: Greenwood, IN, Greenwood, MS, Toronto, ON Preferred Skills: • Exposure to ASANA, Solidworks Electrical, National Instruments is desirable • Familiarity with ERP Systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) • Mastery of test and measurement techniques, including sensor technology, signal conditioning, data acquisition and uncertainty calculations. • Vast experience with industrial power systems – transformers, single/three phase power, machine panel layouts, DC power, safety devices, isolation, power conversion, digital and analog sensors/devices. • Vast Experience with PLC Ladder Logic – Debug and New Development We provide these great perks and benefits: • Robust health, dental and vision insurance plans. • Generous 401 (K) savings plan. • Education assistance. • On-site wellness, fitness center, food, and coffee service. • And many more, check out our benefits site HERE . Milwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer.

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