Summary/Objective:
The Industrial Automation Engineer is responsible for designing, testing, and commissioning electrical and control systems, including associated instrumentation for industrial applications.
Essential Functions/Accountabilities:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
- Lead and manage assigned projects from initial conceptualization through completion, ensuring all objectives are met.
- Assess and evaluate project requirements, including timelines, resources, costs, and technical needs.
- Manage and fulfill hardware and software work requests from internal and external customers.
- Conduct thorough electrical/control analysis to meet project requirements.
- Address and resolve complex electrical and control issues using sound engineering principles.
- Create and modify SCADA, PLC, HMI, and VFD programs as required, adhering to established guidelines, procedures, and industry standards.
- Create and modify documentation such as description of system operation, O&M Manuals, Factory and Site Acceptance Tests, and Training.
- Apply engineering expertise to bridge the gap between product design and final development.
- Create system and software design specifications that meet customer requirements.
- Prepare and deliver detailed analyses and reports as needed.
- Ensure effective information handoffs.
- Perform electrical calculations for system sizing and component selection
- Perform FAT, installation supervision, SAT, customer training, and system commissioning for assigned projects and as required
- Work with designers to develop drawings and bills of materials
- Mentor personnel in your area of expertise, as required
Competencies:
- Outstanding communication, presentation, and leadership skills.
- Customer-oriented.
- Analytical and data-driven problem solver.
- High-level organizational skills with the ability to set priorities, manage multiple deadlines, and work under pressure.
- Work effectively as an individual and in a team environment.
- Proficient use of personal computers and operating knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Project.
- Demonstrate a proactive "Get It-Want It-Have the Capacity to do It (GWC)" mindset in fulfilling their role and accountabilities.
- Demonstrate a commitment to honoring and delivering results.
- Commitment to ongoing training and professional development.
- Strong project leadership skills with a proven track record of successful project execution.
- Ability to read and interpret schematics and technical documents.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology (EET), or a related field from an accredited institution.
- 5+ years of hands-on experience in engineering systems within applications such as pulp and paper, water/wastewater, food/beverage, packaging, or other industrial environments.
- Extensive knowledge of electrical control systems and related technologies.
- Expertise with PLCs, HMIs, Drives, EIDs, and Instrumentation, with the ability to remotely troubleshoot and resolve system issues.
- Proficient in control relay logic and electrical schematics.
- Solid understanding of power distribution, motors, and motor controls.
- Proficient in designing equipment to comply with UL-508a and NEC codes
Desirable Experience:
- Allen Bradley and/or Schneider PLCs.
- Yaskawa and/or WEG VFDs.
- Working knowledge of EPlan.
Work Environment:
- The role entails working indoors in a typical office and industrial environment, as well as traveling outdoors to customer accounts and conducting on-site visits.
- Able to wear personal protective equipment such as hearing protection, hard hat, safety glasses, and safety-toed boots, etc.
Travel required:
- 30% to customer sites, trade shows, etc.
Additional eligibility requirements:
- Able to read, write, and speak English.
- Willing to be on call and respond to customers.
- Valid Driver’s License.
- Valid Passport or able to obtain one.
Work authorization/security clearance requirements:
Authorized to work for any United States employer.
