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SENIOR AUTOMATION ENGINEER / SYSTEMS INTEGRATOR

PERC Engineering · Lafayette, LA · 3 mo ago
Information TechnologyFull-time

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Sr. Automation Engineer / Systems Integrator based in Lafayette, LA to support instrumentation, automation, and control system projects across industrial facilities.

Responsibilities

  • Design, program, test, and commission PLC, HMI, DCS, and SCADA systems.
  • Develop control system architecture and detailed design documentation.
  • Integrate and troubleshoot Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and motor control systems.
  • Create and develop: Scope of Work (SOW) documents, Control Narratives, Functional Design Specifications, I/O lists and instrument indexes, Cause & Effect matrices.
  • Interpret and work from P&IDs, cause & effect charts, I&E drawings, and VFD documentation.
  • Support field installation, startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting activities.
  • Specify process instrumentation and recommend control system hardware solutions.
  • Develop and maintain complete project documentation packages.
  • Troubleshoot existing systems and provide technical support to operations and maintenance personnel.
  • Maintain detailed job logs and provide regular progress updates to project managers and leadership.
  • Manage workload across multiple projects while meeting deadlines with minimal supervision.
  • Interface directly with clients, vendors, and internal engineering teams.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 7+ years of experience in industrial automation design and/or programming.
  • Strong experience with PLC platforms (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar).
  • Experience developing HMI and/or SCADA applications.
  • Working knowledge of DCS systems.
  • Proven ability to develop Scope of Work documents and Control Narratives.
  • Strong ability to read and interpret P&IDs and related engineering documentation.
  • Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Able to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Able to stand, kneel, and walk for extended periods.
  • Must pass background check and pre-employment/random drug testing.

Benefits

This role requires both strong technical depth and documentation skills, with the ability to work independently while supporting multiple projects and clients.

Pay

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Schedule

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Skills

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 7 years of experience in industrial automation and demonstrated ability to develop technical documentation including Scope of Work (SOW) documents and Control Narratives, as well as read and interpret P&IDs, Cause & Effect charts, I&E drawings, and VFD documentation.

Benefits

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Pay

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