ELECTRICAL AUTOMATION ENGINEER

Description

• Program and troubleshoot PLC control logic primarily in Ladder Diagram (LAD) and Function Block Diagram (FBD) to support automated manufacturing systems.
• Familiarity with Structured Control Language (SCL) and Statement List (STL) is a plus.
• Assist and collaborate in the creation and maintenance of detailed electrical schematics for industrial control enclosures and systems.
• Troubleshoot automation control issues and enhance system performance at customer sites.
• Collaborate with electrical and mechanical design engineers to develop robust automation and control packages for industrial machinery and machine control.
• Support the creation of project documentation such as risk assessments and user’s manuals.
• Participate in commissioning activities for new installations and upgrades. (Estimated travel: 2–3 weeks per year, typically in one-week increments.)

Requirements

• Experience with electrical control system programming and maintenance, specifically with PLC and HMI brand platforms; Siemens and Allen-Bradley/Rockwell desired. Some legacy platforms include Delta, Mitsubishi, and Citect.
• Experience with AC and DC motors, including drives.
• Electrical and control system integration, commissioning, and maintenance experience.
• Proficiency in CAD and ECAD is preferred but not required.
• Field experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment a plus.
• Ability to travel internationally preferred.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to multitask while maintaining quality and meeting deadlines.
• Experience with Microsoft office suite – Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• A collaborative, team-oriented, and self-directed approach with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and professional experience.

Pay

$82,000 - $107,000