Senior Manufacturing Automation Engineer
Join the Leader in Trading Card Manufacturing
At Millennium Print Group (MPG), a proud subsidiary of The Pokémon Company International, we’re on a mission to be the world’s leading manufacturer of trading card games and collectibles. Based in North Carolina’s vibrant Research Triangle Park and Piedmont Triad regions, we’re at the heart of innovation in this fast-growing industry.
Since our founding in 2014, our dedicated team has built a world-class operation known for exceptional quality, customer focus, and market agility. Specializing in trading and collectible cards, we offer a unique range of services that set us apart.
Our commitment to excellence has fueled rapid growth — we’ve nearly tripled in size since 2019 — and we’re just getting started.
Come be part of a forward-thinking, high-performing team that’s shaping the future of collectible printing. At MPG, your work makes an impact.
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Senior Manufacturing Automation Engineer
Join Millennium Print Group as a Senior Manufacturing Automation Engineer!
We’re looking for a Senior Manufacturing Automation Engineer to join our team in Durham, NC. If you’re passionate about automation, robotics, and manufacturing innovation, this is your opportunity to design systems behind some of the most recognized trading card products in the world.
Location: Durham, NC
Schedule: Full-time, Onsite
Pay & Benefits: Competitive salary + bonus eligibility + comprehensive benefits package
What You’ll Do:
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Lead the design, programming, and implementation of automation systems across production lines.
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Manage full project lifecycles—scope, schedules, budgets, and technical documentation.
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Coordinate resources across engineering, maintenance, IT, procurement, and quality.
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Implement and optimize PLCs, HMIs, robotics, motion control, SCADA, and vision systems.
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Partner with system integrators and equipment vendors on advanced automation projects.
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Drive initiatives for Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing integration (MES/ERP connectivity).
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Ensure compliance with ANSI, OSHA, EPA, ISO, and MPG quality and safety standards.
What You’ll Bring:
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Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Electrical, Automation, or Mechatronics Engineering.
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5+ years of experience leading automation or control system projects in manufacturing.
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Strong background in PLC/HMI programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or equivalent).
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Proficiency in robotics, motion control, warehouse automation, and vision systems.
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Must have knowledge of AMRs/AGVs, conveyors, MES, WMS, sensors, and drives.
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Excellent project management, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
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PMP certification preferred; experience in 24/7 manufacturing highly desirable.
How You Will Be Successful:
📌 Passion for Cards: Apply innovative automation solutions to ensure precision and quality in every production run.
📌 Challenging the Expected: Continuously seek out and implement new automation strategies that improve efficiency and reduce downtime.
📌 Building Relationships: Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, maintenance, and leadership teams to achieve project success.
📌 Integrity and Respect: Deliver transparent communication and uphold ethical standards in every project.
📌 Dedicated to Quality and Safety: Maintain strict adherence to safety, compliance, and continuous improvement practices.
Why Join MPG?
Millennium Print Group (MPG), a subsidiary of The Pokémon Company International, is the largest trading card printer in the world. We combine craftsmanship, technology, and creativity to produce products loved by millions globally. At MPG, you’ll find: Competitive pay and career growth opportunities, Innovative technology and world-class facilities, and a culture built on teamwork, integrity, and passion for excellence.
Apply today and be part of the magic behind the cards.
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What to Expect
MPG offers a leading-edge compensation package which includes the following:
- A highly competitive compensation "above the industry" commensurate with experience which includes an annual incentive bonus plan
- 100% Employer-paid medical, dental base plan, vision, life/AD&D, and short-term and long-term disability, while subsidizing premiums for medical, dental, and vision for employee dependents
- 401(k) Plan with up to a 6% (dollar for dollar) Employer match
- Health Savings/Flexible Spending Account options
- Paid time off, including 10 company-paid holidays, plus 1 floating holiday
- Employee Assistance Program
- Comprehensive relocation package available for qualified candidates
- And, much more!
Millennium Print Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer
The duties and responsibilities described above are essential functions of the job. The following qualifications are representative of the knowledge, skills, and or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
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- Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?
- Do you now, or will you in the future, require sponsorship for employment status or work authorization (e.g. H-1B, etc.) to lawfully work for Millennium Print Group in the United States?
- Have you interviewed previously with MPG?
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- This role will be located fully on-site. Will you be able to reliably commute or relocate for this job?
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- Have you ever been convicted of a crime, other than a minor traffic violation, that has not been expunged, sealed, pardoned, annulled, statutorily eradicated, or dismissed upon condition of probation? (You are not required to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest or expunged juvenile records of conviction or arrest.) Note: Answering “Yes” does not necessarily preclude you from employment as we perform individualized assessments for all applicants. However, failure to disclose a conviction is considered falsification of your application and may result in disqualification.
- Have you ever worked at Millennium Print Group (MPG) in any capacity (including as a direct employee, temporary employee through a staffing agency, contractor, consultant, or onsite vendor)? If yes, please indicate your employer (if applicable), your role, and the approximate dates you worked at MPG.