# Maintenance Automation Engineer at Jobs Aligntech > Onsite · India · Unspecified · Software engineering · open. Source: https://alderhq.app/jobs/pinpoint%3Ajobs-aligntech%3A610007 (read 2026-11-12). ## Facts (observed) - Company: [Jobs Aligntech](https://alderhq.app/companies/jobs-aligntech) - Location text: APAC-India-IT Delivery Center Hyderabad - Where it can be done from (inferred): Onsite · India (evidence: "Location lists "hyderabad"") - Posted: already open when tracking began; date unknown - First seen by alder: 2026-11-04 · last verified: 2026-11-12 - Reposted: 0 times · edited: 0 times - Apply on the employer's site: https://jobs.aligntech.com/en/postings/8d550b55-16f7-45cd-8005-0cd2a2e67a45 ## Pay and sponsorship - Posted pay: not posted - Market band for similar posted roles (India, n 17): p25 $26k, median $77k, p75 $93k ## Description (the employer's text) Through focus in Controls and Automation Engineering, support ongoing production activities, participate in the improvement of existing processes, and assist in the development of new technologies. ### Responsibilities • Document, define, measure, and improve manufacturing processes using industry-standard automation and controls engineering techniques, including PLCs and database management. • Ensure manufacturing processes, techniques, and tools are optimized to achieve quality and productivity objectives. • Research, develop, and implement advanced manufacturing processes, methods, and automation technologies. • Integrate and automate existing manufacturing systems and production processes. • Drive and support continuous process improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations. • Analyze process capability metrics and collaborate with Process Engineers to improve operational performance from a controls and automation perspective. • Execute equipment and software installation, qualification, validation, maintenance, and troubleshooting activities. • Improve equipment capacity, uptime, efficiency, and reliability to support production requirements. • Develop and deliver process and equipment training programs and associated training materials. • Analyze, specify, and implement cost-effective equipment solutions to improve operational performance and output. • Track equipment costs, cost justification activities, and breakeven analysis for engineering projects. • Support manufacturing process database management and troubleshooting activities when required. • Maintain flexibility across working areas and independently manage assigned responsibilities. • Support the Technical Supervisor in the training and development of technicians and team members. • Assist with Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Failure Analysis, and Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) activities. • Collaborate effectively with Technical Planners and Maintenance Technicians to ensure smooth operations. • Ensure timely completion of assigned objectives, deliverables, and project deadlines. • Comply with all safety policies, procedures, and reporting requirements. • Participate in departmental and company-wide initiatives to achieve operational and business goals. ### Skills Education: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Manufacturing Technology, or a related Engineering discipline. Experience: Minimum 4 years of experience in Controls Engineering, Automation Engineering, Maintenance Engineering, or a related field within a manufacturing environment. Experience working directly with production lines and manufacturing operations is essential. Skills: Strong expertise in PLC troubleshooting, program modification, and development. Practical knowledge of industrial automation, robotics, pneumatics, mechanical systems, equipment validation, manufacturing process optimization, and continuous improvement methodologies. Communication: Proficient in English with strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to communicate requirements, specifications, project updates, and technical information effectively to technical teams and management. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively across production, maintenance, and engineering teams while coaching and mentoring engineers, supervisors, and technicians. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to perform effectively under pressure. ### Complementary skills • Proficiency in AutoCAD. • Experience with SolidWorks. • Knowledge of SAP systems. • Experience working within ISO-regulated manufacturing environments. • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. • Experience supporting new product introduction and engineering change management processes. --- Data: alder (https://alderhq.app). Cite https://alderhq.app/jobs/pinpoint%3Ajobs-aligntech%3A610007 and the date you read it. Observed facts come from the employer's own listing; location reach, level, family and skills are inferences.