Automations Engineer

About the role

The Automation Engineer supports all existing operations and new development projects within Energy (currently 15 operating plants throughout the United States). Duties include working with existing teams to develop projects through their entire life cycles; prioritization, scoping, design reviews, construction support / field verification, programming, start up, and operations support.

Responsibilities

• Programming and troubleshooting PLCs and HMIs
• Responsible for carrying out process improvement activities at existing facilities with new equipment
• Provide support for Montauk Energy's data gathering and analysis needs and various IT support functions
• Aid in SOP and training material development, and plant startup including equipment and circuit check out
• Develop equipment and programming cost estimates

Requirements

• Previous new facility design experience preferred
• Proficient/trained/certified in Siemens S7 PLCs, WinCC HMI, and Profibus
• Fluent in German language - two facilities with Siemens control systems were developed by German company. Useful for comment and documentation translation
• Familiarization with automated valves and their operation with control oversight
• Knowledge of related systems, i.e. instrument air, power distribution, condensate handling
• Experience with gas processing, batch and unit operations, and/or corrosive/toxic chemicals a plus
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals at all levels of an organization
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment
• Able to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Demonstrated mechanical and electrical knowledge and repair abilities

Skills

• Strong working knowledge in:
• Siemens S7 PLCs
• Siemens WinCC
• Profibus
• Strong working knowledge of:
• RSLogix5000
• RSLogix500
• FactoryTalk SE/MER
• SysMentor
• View32
• WonderWare
• Iconics
• Visual Basic
• MS Office - Access and Excel
• Knowledge of:
• Yokogawa Data Acquisition Units
• Modbus RTU and TCP/IP communications
• Inductive Automation Ignition SCADA Software
• XLReporter
• Red Lion Data Acquisition Devices / Crimson 3.0+

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical degree
• Three or more years of direct automation experience with HMI, SCADA, PLC’s, DCS, and process control system architecture design required

Benefits

Full-Time employees are eligible for a strong benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Flexible spending account
• Paid time off
• Long term disability, and life insurance
• Retailer 401K

Pay

Pay is commensurate with qualifications.

Schedule

Travel 25-75%

Physical/Working Conditions

• Work environment includes extreme temperatures, wind, wet and/or humid and noise
• May be exposed to chemical, fire, burn and explosion hazards and fumes, odors, mists, dusts and gases
• Lifting or moving up to 50 pounds; frequently exerting up to 20 pounds of force
• Occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl
• Normal ability to distinguish colors, speak, touch, and hear
• Closed vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus required
• Frequent walking over uneven terrain, standing, use of hands and fingers, handle and feel objects and tools
• Normal dexterity of hands and fingers
• Ability to use a variety of tools

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected status, such as race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age.