Manufacturing Engineer - Automation and AI

At Wilson, we are here to empower every human to live like an athlete. Passion. Creativity. Integrity. Teamwork. Ambition. Innovation. These are the qualities that have made Wilson Sporting Goods Co. the number one sports equipment brand in the world. We come together to win, grow, and celebrate. We all play for Team Wilson. We all have a role to play within our organization and are working towards the same goal. One team, one dream.

We believe that being an athlete isn’t something you do, it’s who you are. It’s a universal code of conduct, a way of seeing the world and how you show up every day. We seek out diverse voices and welcome all perspectives. Our team is composed of individuals with unique backgrounds, points of view and experiences. These perspectives create a rich and diverse culture in which we learn from one another through empathy and inclusion.

Evolving the sports world and being the best partner for players, athletes, and our community is no small task. We are continually looking to add enthusiastic, ambitious, team-first individuals who desire to make a difference —and who love to help others win. Together, we will create a better world through sport. Join us.

In response to our growing business needs the Manufacturing Engineer - Automation and AI will play a key role in driving automation and process optimization across the factory. This position focuses on implementing and managing robotics and AI technologies while collaborating closely with our production, maintenance, and engineering teams. The Manufacturing Engineer will also lead key automation initiatives from concept through implementation. The ideal candidate should have a solid foundation in robotics and AI, a passion for learning new systems, and the ability to manage projects from concept to completion. 

The individual will work closely with our manufacturing and R&D teams to optimize our future production processes.  

Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Support and optimize manufacturing processes using robotics and AI technologies. 

• Collaborate with automation integrators to implement robotics, vision systems, and AI-driven solutions across departments. 

• Learn and manage existing robotic systems (e.g., Wittmann robots in injection molding) and adapt to new platforms as they are introduced, including future cobots and other brands. 

• Lead one or two key automation projects at a time, overseeing planning, execution, and vendor coordination. 

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce costs, improve quality, and increase throughput. 

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal teams and external vendors. 

• Assist with the creation, updating, and training of SOPs related to automation and robotics. 

• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for robotics and AI systems. 

• Contribute to a collaborative, cross-functional team environment. 

This role requires bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or manufacturing engineering or a related field.  We are looking for a candidate that may have limited experience (1-2 years) but is hungry to learn and grow. 

Other qualifications include:

• 1–2 years of relevant experience in manufacturing, robotics, or automation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience working independently and as part of a team. 
• General robotics knowledge and the aptitude to learn new platforms (including future cobots and vision systems). 
• Experience with PLC programming a plus. 
• Strong troubleshooting skills for equipment and processes. 
• Proficiency drawing parts and assemblies in SolidWorks 
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics 
• Ability to coordinate, plan, and organize tasks and project demands. 
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and external vendors. 
• Proficiency with standard office applications (Microsoft Office). 
• Flexibility and openness to assist with hands-on operations as needed. 

What We’ll Provide

A reasonable estimate of the pay range is $72,000 to $85,000 per year at the time of this posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by factors such as job-related skills, relevant experience, education, and/or training. Please note that the range details reflect the base pay only and does not include our competitive bonus program.

Located in Hillsboro, Oregon between beautiful Mt Hood and the Pacific Ocean sits our DeMarini bat factory with best in class amenities and perks, including:

• Medical, dental and vision
• 401(k) with company match
• Life insurance
• Paid maternity/paternity leave
• Professional development opportunities
• Volunteering programs
• Team building outings
• Discounts on Wilson and Amer Sports products
• Condensed work week
• Company-sponsored sports leagues/teams
• Fun, active company outings around major sports events

Wilson Sporting Goods Co. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristics.