Automation Engineer

Merck KGaA · Kankakee

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Company
Merck KGaA
Location
Kankakee
Employment type
Full-time
Posted
October 1, 2026

About this job

Work Location: Kankakee, Illinois Shift: No Department: LS-SC-UGKE Engineering & Maintenance Recruiter: Genie Hooper This information is for internals only. Please do not share outside of the organization. Your Role: As the Automation/ Operational Technology Engineer, you are responsible for the design, implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of automated control systems across our manufacturing operations. Serving as the subject matter expert (SME) for all automation and control activities, you will collaborate closely with production, maintenance, process engineering, and safety teams to ensure the reliable, efficient, and safe operation of all automated equipment.…

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