Automation Applications Engineer
AdientPlymouth, Michigan, United States
Posted March 5, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Adient (NYSE: ADNT) is a global leader in automotive seating. With 70,000+ employees in 29 countries, Adient operates more than 200 manufacturing/assembly plants worldwide. We produce and deliver automotive seating for all major OEMs. From complete seating systems to individual foam, trim and metal components, our expertise spans every step of the automotive seat-making process. Our integrated, in-house skills allow us to take our products from research and design to engineering and manufacturing — and into millions of vehicles every year. For more information, visit www.adient.com.
Job Description
Identify automation opportunities, determine technical feasibility, and develop automation projects. Support industrialization strategy, maintain equipment and process standards, and direct interface with IT teams.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent
- Minimum 5 years of industry experience – automotive interiors experience preferred
- Expertise in identifying automation opportunities and leading projects from idea to implementation
- Project management skills, knowledge of PLC programming and troubleshooting, familiarity with controls systems and other programming languages
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, ability to work in a matrix organization and effectively lead without direct positional authority
- Ability to travel 50% in the US
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- 401k Matching
- Retirement Plan
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
