Senior Automation Engineer

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Automation Engineer with strong experience in Allen-Bradley ControlLogix to be responsible for designing, programming, troubleshooting, and supporting industrial automation systems in a high-speed manufacturing or packaging environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, and troubleshoot PLC-based control systems using Allen-Bradley ControlLogix.
• Configure, calibrate, and maintain Allen-Bradley VFDs.
• Integrate and maintain toolkit based (PlantPax and others) control systems in packaging lines.
• Develop HMI screens and logic using AVEVA System Platform & FactoryTalk View SE/ME.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (mechanical, electrical, and production) to define control system specifications.
• Support machine start-ups, commissioning, and system optimization on-site.
• Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and network communication issues.
• Create and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (mechanical, electrical, and production) to define control system specifications.
• Support machine start-ups, commissioning, and system optimization on-site.
• Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and network communication issues.
• Create and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Controls, or Mechatronics Engineering or related technical field or commensurate experience.
• 5+ years of experience with Allen-Bradley ControlLogix PLC programming and integration.
• Hands-on experience with Allen-Bradley VFDs.
• Proficiency with Wonderware System Platform, InTouch, and Historian.
• Familiarity with packaging machine automation (or similar packaging line platforms) and understand PackML Standards.
• Strong skills in troubleshooting, I/O testing, loop tuning, and system commissioning.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, and panel layouts.
• Ability to penetrate controls logic for OEM equipment vendors.

Qualifications

• DNA comprised of collaboration and teamwork.
• Ability to work 2 2 3 3 shift.

Skills

• Experience with SQL databases and scripting in Historian environments.
• Familiarity with industrial safety systems (e.g., GuardLogix, safety relays).
• Understanding of batch and continuous process control.
• Experience with system integration in the food & beverage, CPG, or pharma industries.

Benefits & Perks

• 401k + match + prompt enrollment.
• E Tech Group employees are 100% vested upon entry.
• Prompt enrollment into Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.
• Generous paid time off that includes paid vacation, paid holidays, paid family leave and sick time off.
• Learning and growth are key parts of the E Tech culture. We provide you with training and continuing education from day one, so you can advance your career.