Automation Engineer

Must be a US citizen or be a Green Card Holder Senior Automation Engineer Overview A leading engineering consulting and systems integration firm is seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to design, develop, and commission industrial automation solutions for clients across a variety of industries. This role combines hands-on technical work with client-facing responsibilities, offering exposure to complex automation projects involving PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, robotics, motion control, and advanced manufacturing technologies. Responsibilities Develop and program automation solutions in accordance with established engineering standards and project requirements.Commission and troubleshoot automation systems at client facilities, including electrical and mechanical systems.Design, configure, and support PLC, HMI, and SCADA platforms.Participate in system architecture development and technical design activities throughout the project lifecycle.Serve in both technical leadership and execution roles depending on project needs.Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance to project teams.Work directly with clients to communicate project status, deliverables, and technical solutions.Continuously expand technical knowledge and contribute to business development and project planning efforts.Travel to customer sites domestically and internationally as required. Requirements Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline.5+ years of industrial automation, controls, or systems integration experience.Strong programming skills, including experience with structured and object-oriented programming concepts.Experience with industrial automation technologies such as: PLCsHMIsSCADA systemsMotion controlProcess controlRoboticsMachine visionAbility to quickly learn and apply new technologies.Experience managing multiple projects and interacting directly with customers.Strong communication and problem-solving skills.Experience leading technical teams or mentoring engineers is preferred.Ability and willingness to travel approximately 25-40%. Preferred Background Candidates may come from systems integration, manufacturing, consulting, OEM, or industrial automation environments and should be comfortable working across multiple industries and project types. Desired Skills and Experience Must be a US citizen or be a Green Card Holder Senior Automation Engineer Overview A leading engineering consulting and systems integration firm is seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to design, develop, and commission industrial automation solutions for clients across a variety of industries. This role combines hands-on technical work with client-facing responsibilities, offering exposure to complex automation projects involving PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, robotics, motion control, and advanced manufacturing technologies. Responsibilities Develop and program automation solutions in accordance with established engineering standards and project requirements. Commission and troubleshoot automation systems at client facilities, including electrical and mechanical systems. Design, configure, and support PLC, HMI, and SCADA platforms. Participate in system architecture development and technical design activities throughout the project lifecycle. Serve in both technical leadership and execution roles depending on project needs. Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance to project teams. Work directly with clients to communicate project status, deliverables, and technical solutions. Continuously expand technical knowledge and contribute to business development and project planning efforts. Travel to customer sites domestically and internationally as required. Requirements Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline. 5+ years of industrial automation, controls, or systems integration experience. Strong programming skills, including experience with structured and object-oriented programming concepts. Experience with industrial automation technologies such as: PLCs HMIs SCADA systems Motion control Process control Robotics Machine vision Ability to quickly learn and apply new technologies. Experience managing multiple projects and interacting directly with customers. Strong communication and problem-solving skills. Experience leading technical teams or mentoring engineers is preferred. Ability and willingness to travel approximately 25-40%. Preferred Background Candidates may come from systems integration, manufacturing, consulting, OEM, or industrial automation environments and should be comfortable working across multiple industries and project types.