Automation Engineer (Prototyping Line)

Autoliv's primary goal is to Save More Lives. Our products never get a second chance. This is why we can never compromise on quality. We are working to increase vehicle safety by developing seatbelts, airbags and steering wheels and you can be part of our team as Prototyping Engineer (Prototyping Line).

In this role you will be responsible for designing, developing, installing, managing, and maintaining equipment which is used to monitor and control engineering systems, machinery and processes setup, programming, testing, and implementation of computer control systems used for production automation and industrial equipment design.

Should you be interested in overseeing these tasks and aiming for enhanced performance standards, your role will involve:

• Manage PLC program traceability, updates, and modifications for retrofitted equipment, ensuring system reliability, documentation accuracy, and compliance with engineering standards.

• Lead root cause analysis and implement sustainable corrective actions to resolve chronic machine issues, improve equipment performance, and prevent recurrence.

• Support manufacturing and process engineering initiatives by improving equipment robustness, implementing Yokoten best practices, documenting lessons learned, and benchmarking with regional and global facilities.

• Coach and develop maintenance technicians on new technologies, control systems, and assembly equipment functions, while tracking performance and supporting individual development plans.

• Drive operational and financial improvements by reducing maintenance-related costs, supporting budget objectives, and applying a structured, data-driven approach to problem-solving and decision-making.

If you have/are:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

• Proven experience in process engineering, maintenance, automation, or manufacturing engineering roles.

• Advanced expertise in industrial automation, including PLC and HMI programming (Allen Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi and Omron), servomotors, vision systems, laser marking systems, and electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.

• Ability to develop PLC and HMI programs from scratch, with experience supporting automated manufacturing equipment, vision inspection systems, and industrial sewing technologies (Juki and Brother machines) considered a strong advantage.

We will be more than glad to chat with you about your experience and your career goals.

In our international work setting, you will find a range of opportunities that are designed to enhance your career and personal development. Including new and different perspectives is part of what ensures the team’s success. We are committed to develop people’s skills, knowledge and creative potential. Our training and development programs emphasize technical competency, leadership development and business management skill.

More lives saved – more life lived!

What’s in it for you:

•Attractive compensation package

•Recognition awards, company events, family events, university discount options and many more perks.

•Gender Pay Equality

Autoliv is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Autoliv does not discriminate in any aspect of employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identify and/or expression, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Autoliv does business.