Project Engineer
About the job
- A four-year engineering degree or equivalent applicable work experience.
- At least 5 years of experience working with automated manufacturing systems.
- Strong instincts for tuning complex and intricate mechanisms.
- Experience with automated systems, including robotics, motion control, and sensors.
- Excellent communication skills and a customer-focused mindset.
- A team-oriented approach and enthusiasm for working in an employee ownership environment.
- A professional presence with a focus on quality and customer satisfaction.
- A high standard of integrity and strong problem-solving abilities.
- Plan and coordinate engineering activities to meet project requirements.
- Tune, debug, and launch custom factory automation systems.
- Resolve engineering design and system integration challenges.
- Work with mechanical systems, robots, sensors, motion control, pneumatics, hydraulics, and vision systems.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions.
- Communicate with customers to understand their needs and coordinate solutions.
- Support system startup and project launches across North America, including 10–15% travel.
- Maintain a strong focus on quality, safety, and customer satisfaction.
About the company
Koops designs and builds specialized factory automation systems and automated equipment for leading manufacturers across many industries. Its offerings span 3D mechanical design, electrical/controls design, project management, production line integration, service and support, enabling end-to-end delivery from concept to commission and ongoing maintenance. What sets Koops apart is its combination of solid engineering, strong customer support, reliable project management, and a stakeholder-focused culture as evidenced by its ESOP status. The company aims to help manufacturers improve efficiency and reliability on their production lines by providing complete, well-supported automation solutions and services.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Holland, Michigan
Founded
1989
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Greenville opened September 1, 2025, targeting automotive, life sciences, and aerospace customers.
- South Carolina approved 26 jobs and $10.2 million for Koops' Greenville expansion.
- Revelio Labs counted 354 employees in March 2026, and Koops reported active hiring.
What critics are saying
- Koops lost 4% of headcount from 2023 to 2026, signaling efficiency pressure.
- E'Mation sued Koops over employee poaching; settlement talks followed the 2024 ruling.
- Greenville underutilization would crush margins, since 80,000 square feet now carries fixed overhead.
What makes Koops unique
- Since September 2025, Koops operates owned 80,000-square-foot Greenville and Michigan facilities.
- Koops designs, builds, integrates, and services custom factory automation across multiple industries.
- Koops acquired Wright-K Technology, adding machine rebuilding and broader custom-equipment capabilities.
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Koops to spend $10,200,000.00 to occupy 80,000 square feet of space in Greenville South Carolina. Koops to spend $10,200,000.00 to occupy 80,000 square feet of space in Greenville South Carolina.Greenville, South Carolina — According to state and local development sources, Koops plans to invest $10,200,000.00 to build out 80,000 square feet of new space in Greenville. The company plans to occupy the new space at 120 Elcon Drive in Greenville, on or about July 1, 2025. According to the company website Specializing in factory automation systems, Koops designs and builds innovative special machines and automated equipment for leading, world-class manufacturers across a broad array of industries. Excellent customer support, rock solid engineering solutions and reliable project management have been the hallmark of our business. Our services include 3D mechanical design, electrical/controls design, project management, production line integration, service and support
Koops Automation Systems (Koops), a provider of custom automation equipment, today announced it is expanding its operations in Greenville County.
Koops Inc., a provider of machine design and integration services, has announced plans to expand its Holland, Mich., facility.
The office of the Governor of the State of Michigan announced this week that Koops, Inc. will receive a $250,000 Michigan Business Development Program performance-based grant.
Koops, Inc., a provider of machine design and integration services, plans to expand operations in Holland, Michigan.