Sr. Automation Engineer

The position of Senior Automation Engineer will be a part of ESCO Groups’ Automation Team and will be responsible for being a leading Senior resource for automation projects.    

OBJECTIVES YOU WILL MEET 

As the Senior Automation Engineer, you will be responsible for providing technical services alongside a highly technical team. Objectives include: 

• Expertise in programming and configuration of programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and human-machine interface (HMI) systems to control and monitor industrial processes. 
• Design and implement industrial automation projects that improve operational efficiency, productivity, and quality for clients. 
• Onsite independence, delegating to team members to perform checkout and testing work on projects of varying size and complexity. 
• Completion and delegation of programming tasks according to process narrative and/or client specifications. 
• High proficiency with programming processes such as sequence control and system operation for process control. 

• Effective communication and coordination within complex subcontractor, contractor, and client relationships. 
• Provide technical support to clients during commissioning and post-project stages. 
• Interpret process and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs) to identify individual I/O components and process systems for programming execution.  
• Create and maintain custom PLC and HMI objects and displays for the efficient creation of automation programs. 

HOW YOU’LL MEET THOSE OBJECTIVES 

• Continuously improve programming skills by staying updated with the latest advancements in PLC programming and HMI technology. 
• Create and maintain a structured approach to troubleshooting, including diagnosing issues, analyzing root causes, and implementing effective resolutions. 
• Effectively communicate programming vision and provide tools to team members to ensure accurate, timely completion of project deliverables.  
• Participate in industry webinars and conferences to expand knowledge and share insights with team members. 
• Obtain a deeper understanding of various automation components, protocols, and systems used in the industry, including multiple PLC and HMI platforms. 

• Be motivated and motivate others in the completion of project tasks. 
• Collaborate with project teams effectively to ensure project success. 
• Travel to client sites and perform physical duties to implement, test, and commission automation systems. 

Requirements

• Completion of Bachelor’s or an Associate’s degree program in a related discipline from an accredited college, technical school, or university; OR other equivalent education and experience combinations will be considered with solid evidence of success.

• Advanced degree in engineering highly preferred

•Expertise in programming and configuration of programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and human-machine interface (HMI) systems to control and monitor industrial processes. 

• Experience in the automation, manufacturing or other industrial process industries.

• Engineering or professional services background strongly preferred.

Benefits

·         Your Health: We offer a comprehensive health insurance package, annual biometric screenings, employee assistance program (EAP), and company-paid disability insurance for eligible employees. 

·         Your Financial Goals: Beyond our 401k offering, with match, you may be eligible to join our ESOP with its tax-deferred retirement benefits. 

·         Your Ownership: You don’t just work FOR the company; you OWN the company. You’ll join other employee-owners along our ESOP journey and receive the intangible and tangible benefits that ownership provides. 

·         Your Work-Life Balance: We offer paid time off, flexible scheduling, parental leave, hybrid work (depending on position), and encourage our Employee Owners to give back to their communities. 

·         Your Career Development: We offer tuition assistance and have a dedicated Learning and Development program to grow and develop you in your career. 

·         We Live our Core Values: We believe strongly in our five core values at ESCO Group. They are Respect, Mutual Commitment, Safe & Healthy Workplace, Integrity, and Get Better to Be Better.