Systems Engineer

About the role

Join Grantek, a leading provider of integrated automation, smart manufacturing, and industrial information solutions. Our clients include top brands like Mondelez, Brita, Molson Coors, and Coca-Cola.

Responsibilities

• Engineering and implementing real-time automation controls and information solutions.
• Architecting full-system solutions (control logic, SCADA/HMI, networking, MES, data flow, safety systems).
• System programming, debugging, troubleshooting, and testing across multi-vendor platforms.
• Performing hands-on PLC/PAC development, SCADA and HMI design, and integration.
• Creating methodologies and performing advanced problem-solving on complex automation issues.
• Learning and adapting to new technologies, frameworks, and platforms.

Design & Documentation

• Conceptualizing technical solutions during the design phase of the project life cycle.
• Creating documentation including engineering notes, proposals, specifications, design traceability, FAT/SAT procedures, change-control documents, and case studies.
• Reviewing technical documentation and translating requirements into actionable engineering tasks.

Commissioning & Client Support

• Commissioning new solutions at client sites and identifying opportunities for improvements.
• Troubleshooting real-time issues during deployment and operation.
• Reviewing SCADA screens, PLC logic, and design deliverables produced by remote team members.
• Representing Grantek professionally in enterprise client environments.

Collaboration & Leadership

• Meting with stakeholders to gather requirements and clarify objectives.
• Communicating technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Coordinating work with remote teams across multiple time zones.
• Mentoring colleagues and contributing expertise to the broader engineering team.
• Managing task prioritization across 5–10 active projects simultaneously.

Qualifications

• Successful or upcoming completion of a B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Science, or related Engineering Technology discipline.
• 6–8+ years of practical experience with PLCs, SCADA/HMI, networking, databases, motion, safety, or high-level programming (as outlined in the Technologies Used section).
• Meticulous, conscientious, analytical, focused, and able to learn complex systems quickly.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to interface with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong organizational ability to manage multiple concurrent projects in fast-paced environments.
• Valid Driver’s License and full-time access to a personal vehicle.
• Willingness to travel 30–50% as needed for client and commissioning work.

Technologies Used

• PLC / PAC Platforms: Rockwell / Allen-Bradley (Studio 5000, ControlLogix, CompactLogix), Siemens, Omron, Modicon, GE, Beckhoff TwinCAT 3 (Structured Text, Function Blocks).
• SCADA / HMI Platforms: Ignition (Vision & Perspective – required), Rockwell / Allen-Bradley, Wonderware, GE, Schneider Electric, Siemens.
• System Networking & Protocols: Ethernet, Routing & Switching, Ethernet/IP, Modbus, ControlNet, DeviceNet, Profibus, DH+, Remote I/O, OPC-UA.
• Motion, Vision & Safety: Servo Motion Control (Rockwell/AB, Emerson, Omron), Vision Systems (Cognex, Datalogic, Keyence), Machine Safety design and risk assessments.
• High-Level Programming & Databases: C#, .NET, HTML5, SQL, VB/VBA, Python/JavaScript (preferred); Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle.
• Operating Systems & Documentation: Microsoft (current and legacy), Unix, Linux; Microsoft Office for project documentation.