Senior Manufacturing Automation Engineer at Millennium Print Group in Durham, NC - Weck

Job description

• At Millennium Print Group (MPG), a proud subsidiary of The Pokémon Company International, we’re on a mission to be the world’s leading manufacturer of trading card games and collectibles. Based in North Carolina’s vibrant Research Triangle Park and Piedmont Triad regions, we’re at the heart of innovation in this fast-growing industry.
• Since our founding in 2014, our dedicated team has built a world-class operation known for exceptional quality, customer focus, and market agility. Specializing in trading and collectible cards, we offer a unique range of services that set us apart.
• Our commitment to excellence has fueled rapid growth — we’ve nearly tripled in size since 2019 — and we’re just getting started.
• Come be part of a forward-thinking, high-performing team that’s shaping the future of collectible printing. At MPG, your work makes an impact.
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Responsibilities

• Lead the design, programming, and implementation of automation systems across production lines.
• Manage full project lifecycles—scope, schedules, budgets, and technical documentation.
• Coordinate resources across engineering, maintenance, IT, procurement, and quality.
• Implement and optimize PLCs, HMIs, robotics, motion control, SCADA, and vision systems.
• Partner with system integrators and equipment vendors on advanced automation projects.
• Drive initiatives for Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing integration (MES/ERP connectivity).
• Ensure compliance with ANSI, OSHA, EPA, ISO, and MPG quality and safety standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Electrical, Automation, or Mechatronics Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience leading automation or control system projects in manufacturing.
• Strong background in PLC/HMI programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or equivalent).
• Proficiency in robotics, motion control, warehouse automation, and vision systems.
• Must have knowledge of AMRs/AGVs, conveyors, MES, WMS, sensors, and drives.
• Excellent project management, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
• PMP certification preferred; experience in 24/7 manufacturing highly desirable.

Skills

Required

• Robotics
• Motion control
• Warehouse automation
• Vision systems
• Project management
• Troubleshooting
• Communication

Preferred

• PMP certification
• Experience in 24/7 manufacturing

Benefits

• A highly competitive compensation "above the industry" commensurate with experience which includes an annual incentive bonus plan
• 100% Employer-paid medical, dental base plan, vision, life/AD&D, and short-term and long-term disability, while subsidizing premiums for medical, dental, and vision for employee dependents
• 401(k) Plan with up to a 6% (dollar for dollar) Employer match
• Health Savings/Flexible Spending Account options
• Paid time off, including 10 company-paid holidays, plus 1 floating holiday
• Employee Assistance Program
• Comprehensive relocation package available for qualified candidates
• And, much more!