Automation Engineer II

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About the Role

The Automation Engineer II is responsible for the software design, implementation, and support of automation and process control systems projects, including new installations, modifications, and customer support. Activities are heavily focused on-site at customer facilities. The ideal candidate must be proficient in the use of a PC and Microsoft Office Suite. Automation Engineers will participate in an after-hours on-call rotation schedule.

Requirements

• Associate Degree in Automated Manufacturing, Electro-Mechanical Technology, EET OR 4 years of intermediate PLC/HMI/SCADA programming and system startup experience.
• Valid state driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
• 25-50% travel required.
• Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. (TN1 Visa sponsorship available for Canadian citizens; no other employment Visa sponsorship provided at this time).

Schedule

This position works between the hours of 6 AM and 6 PM, Monday through Friday. Schedule may vary and can include nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Methodically approach process startups.
• Work independently, assess, and troubleshoot service needs under stressful conditions (e.g., machine downtime, customer financial losses).
• Resolve complex or intermittent system issues.
• Collaborate with the team, take direction from senior Automation Engineers, and/or provide guidance to less experienced engineers.
• Contribute to team brainstorming with creative solutions and share ideas.
• Handle intermediate-level project assignments independently, working directly with Systems Architects, Project Engineers, and customers.
• Provide programming, commissioning support, and “own” the startup and project scope.
• Actively participate in continued education efforts.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

FTI offers a flexible and robust benefits package as an investment in the lives of team members and their families. Benefits include:

• Competitive, merit-based compensation.
• Career path development and continued education opportunities.
• Industry-leading benefits for regular/full-time team members (review the full list here).