Automation Engineer

Eng-IT
- We’re seeking a skilled Automation Engineer to design, implement, and support automation systems that drive efficiency, safety, and reliability in our operations.

• Design, implement, and maintain process automation systems.
• Collaborate with process engineers on P&IDs, utility lists, instrumentation tags, and layouts.
• Define project scopes, estimate budgets, and prepare technical specifications for field instrumentation and DCS.

• Issue RFQs, evaluate proposals, and support procurement.
• Oversee installations, track deliveries, and manage AS-BUILT documentation.
• Configure logic, visualization, and field I/O; support contract programmers as needed.
• Lead testing, startup, and commissioning of automation systems.

• Perform updates and preventive maintenance on DCS/PLC hardware and software.
• Troubleshoot and reconfigure control logic, alarms, and visualization.
• Guide technicians in diagnosing issues and ensuring system performance.
• Conduct site visits, manage supplier testing, and verify compliance.

• Set operational limits, define alarms, and analyze system data for performance improvements.
• Generate trends for pressure, temperature, flow, and valve metrics.
• Maintain system documentation and recommend technology upgrades.
• Ensure compliance with QMS, Health & Safety standards, and company policies.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
• + years of relevant experience, ideally in manufacturing.
• Proficiency with PLC programming (Allen Bradley, Omron, Siemens).
• HMI, SCADA, or DCS programming experience a plus.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel.

Join us and play a critical role in building smarter, safer, and more efficient processes.

• Bonus: Annual discretionary bonus tied to individual and company performance.
• Medical Benefits: Free employee medical insurance or highly competitive plan options with zero deductibles.
• Paid Time Off: days of combined vacation/sick time annually (prorated first year).
• Retirement: K with up to % company match.
• Additional Benefits: Dental, vision, FSA, life insurance, free telemedicine services, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, and more.

Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran (M/F/D/V)

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We encourage all individuals to apply.

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