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Segment Mechanical Automation Engineer

Hubbell Power Systems • South Carolina, South Carolina • 23h ago

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Date: Aug 12, 2026

Location: US Columbia, SC, US, 29210

Company: Hubbell Incorporated

Job Overview

The HUS Segment Automation Engineer is responsible for assessing, designing, installing, documenting, and troubleshooting automation equipment for new and existing manufacturing processes. This role partners closely with product design, project management, and manufacturing teams to improve production capacity, product quality, and overall plant efficiency through automation solutions.

The position also collaborates with automation engineers across Hubbell to recommend technical advancements that support company objectives and maximize productivity.

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A Day In The Life

Automation & Process Improvement

Identify opportunities to implement automation through collaboration with Product Designers, Project Managers, and Manufacturing teams

Lead automation equipment projects from concept through sustainment, including specification, vendor management, factory acceptance testing, installation, commissioning, and debugging

Design and implement process improvement projects to increase efficiency, capacity, and product quality

Develop, maintain, and update technical documentation including procedures, drawings, schematics, and databases

Manufacturing Operations Support

Develop and sustain long-range automation improvement plans

Train and guide employees on automation processes and control methodologies

Develop and update procedures and training materials for setup and maintenance personnel

Project Management

Provide leadership and clear communication across project teams

Ensure project objectives, responsibilities, timelines, and budgets are clearly defined and met

Support system design decisions by providing technical input on automation capabilities

Technical Responsibilities

Support automation system architecture, including motion control configuration, tuning, data collection, and safety requirements

Interface with mechanical and electrical teams to ensure proper system integration

What will help you thrive in this role?

Bachelor's degree in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

8+ years of experience developing and implementing automation equipment in a manufacturing environment

Hands-on experience with PLCs, HMIs, vision systems, sensors, and industrial instrumentation

Experience with motion control technologies including VFDs, servos, robotics, and related programming tools

Strong understanding of mechanical systems, equipment reliability, and manufacturing processes

Ability to manage multiple projects and meet demanding deadlines

Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams

Extensive travel required (approximately 50%)Domestic and international travel

Hubbell Incorporated

Hubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently.

The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses.

We are committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for our people to grow and develop in their careers. Our employees proudly work and serve our communities from our headquarters in Shelton, CT, across the United States and around the globe.

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