Job Description
This Automation Engineer role supports manufacturing clients with end-to-end controls and automation projects, from design through startup. The position requires strong PLC programming expertise, along with experience working on projects and supporting commissioning efforts. Candidates will work across system design, troubleshooting, and documentation while collaborating on various industrial automation solutions. The ideal candidate brings a well-rounded controls background and is comfortable traveling to support client projects.
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Required Skills & Experience
2-5 years of controls/automation engineering experience
Strong PLC Commissioning skills
Experience leading projects cradle-to-grave
Experience with troubleshooting, commissioning, testing/validating HMI's and PLC's
Has worked/supported in highly regulated environment (Food and Bev, Pharma, or Automotive)
Strong documentation skills
Nice to Have Skills & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (Computer Technology, Information Systems, etc.)
HMI development experience (Wonderware, FactoryTalk View, Ignition, etc.)
Experience with industrial networking (Ethernet/IP, ControlNet)
Experience working with VFDs
Ability to design or program from scratch
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.