Automation Engineer

About the role

Join a group of passionate and forward-thinking experts at one of the largest engineering and system integration firms in the United States. E Tech Group provides IT automation and control solutions to the Life Sciences, Mission Critical, Metals & Mining, Warehousing & Distribution, and CPG/Food & Beverage industries. As an Automation Engineer, you will contribute to detailed hardware and software design of process automation control systems projects, including programming PLC and SCADA applications, defining software architecture requirements, and providing control system startup and commissioning services.

The ideal candidate should be based in the Bay Area. This is a fantastic opportunity to individually contribute on a team with increased responsibility on projects from concept through commissioning phases.

Responsibilities

• Configure several programming platforms for PLC Controls and SCADA systems.
• Provide application/control systems design and development for systems of varying complexity.
• Develop and evaluate alternative system solutions that meet stated requirements.
• Modify program/system logic involving multiple systems and subsystems.
• Interact with customers to gain an understanding of the business environment.
• Support scope, plans, and deliverables for assigned work.
• Work successfully in a team environment; focused strongly on customer service and continuous improvement.
• Perform site visits, documentation, and planning aspects of engineering in a regulated environment.
• Embody our Core Values, prioritizing the success of E Tech Group, our clients, and the professional development of our associates.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of experience, or equivalent combination of education.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting control systems and an understanding of process controls.
• Experience delivering any or a combination of the following:
  • Rockwell experience with products such as: ControlLogix, CompactLogix, PlantPAx, Factory Talk Software Suite, Studio 5000, PLC5, SLC500, RSView, PanelView Plus, etc.
  • DeltaV configuration/software development.
  • Hands-on experience with Inductive Automation Ignition (Perspective, Vision, SQL, Tag Historian, Scripting).
• Instrumentation experience.
• Ability to develop PLC and HMI programs within one or more platforms.
• Experience implementing detailed control system electrical design packages.
• Working knowledge of control system networks (Ethernet, ControlNet, DeviceNet, etc.).
• Understanding of Biopharmaceutical processes, GMP, and validation.
• Knowledge of S88 Batch standards and experience implementing batch systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A collaborative and team-oriented mindset.

Benefits

• 401k with company match and prompt enrollment (100% vested upon entry).
• Prompt enrollment into Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.
• Generous paid time off, including paid vacation, holidays, family leave, and sick time.
• Learning and growth opportunities with training and continuing education from day one.

Pay

Salary Range: $90,000 – $130,000