Corporate Automation Engineer

Alpharetta, GA | Manufacturing Automation, Process Controls & Industry 4.0

Drive the Future of Smart Manufacturing with Arclin

About Arclin:

You can find Arclin everywhere. Our technologies make homes and transportation safer, help crops flourish, keep water clean, protect first responders and members of the military, and preserve the purity of essential pharmaceuticals. These vital, everyday products can't fail, and we’re here to give the world an extra layer of performance and peace of mind.

With ~4,000 team members across more than 30 global manufacturing facilities, we operate with the scale to make a global impact and the agility to solve complex challenges at the molecular level. Rooted in scientific discovery and innovation, Arclin’s materials redefine performance across industries - from Firepoint®’s patented intumescent technology that helps stall flames and save lives to the iconic Kevlar® and Nomex® brands trusted to protect those who serve, strengthen aerospace and industrial systems, and perform where reliability and safety are top of mind.

As we expand our mission‑critical materials portfolio and shape the next era of performance technologies, we’re looking for people who want to grow, lead, and solve the challenges others can’t. Together, we’ll advance the innovations that keep the world moving. Because at Arclin, our people are truly Vital Beyond Measure.

About The Role:

Arclin is seeking a Corporate Automation Engineer to join our growing Automation Engineering team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced automation professional who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, leading automation initiatives, and helping modernize manufacturing operations through advanced controls, data connectivity, and Industry 4.0 technologies.

Reporting to the Director of Automation Engineering, you will play a key role in supporting and advancing automation systems across multiple manufacturing facilities while helping drive digital transformation initiatives that improve reliability, efficiency, and performance.

As our Corporate Automation Engineer, you will:

• Lead automation and process control projects from design through commissioning, validation, and startup support.

• Develop and optimize control strategies that improve process performance, equipment reliability, efficiency, compliance, and consistency across manufacturing operations.

• Troubleshoot and resolve complex automation issues by performing root cause analysis on instrumentation, PLCs, DCS, HMI, and SCADA systems.

• Champion Industry 4.0 initiatives including connected equipment, IIoT data collection, real-time monitoring, and digital manufacturing solutions.

• Build data-driven manufacturing insights through automation data pipelines, historians, dashboards, analytics tools, and process visualization platforms.

• Collaborate across engineering, operations, IT, and vendor teams to implement secure OT/IT integration, industrial networking, and scalable automation solutions.

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• Experience with industrial automation systems, instrumentation, process controls, DCS, PLC/HMI, and SCADA platforms
• Hands-on knowledge of automation technologies such as Allen-Bradley, Emerson DeltaV, Honeywell, GE iFix, historians, MES, dashboards, and analytics tools
• Understanding of Industry 4.0 technologies, including IIoT, smart sensors, edge computing, industrial networking, OT/IT integration, and cybersecurity best practices
• Ability to leverage data and analytics to improve process reliability, reduce variability, and support continuous improvement
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across technical and operational teams
• Ability to support manufacturing operations, including occasional after-hours support as needed

Apply today and help build the future of manufacturing at Arclin