Automation Engineer

Flexware Innovation

$70K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Technical Bachelor's degree in computer technology or related field.
  • 5+ years of experience with PLC design and programming in industrial settings.
  • Proficiency in RSLogix500, RSLogix5000/Studio5000, and Siemens programming.
  • Experience creating HMI screens using tools like Wonderware and FactoryTalk View.
  • Familiarity with networking components like Ethernet/IP and DeviceNet.
  • Knowledge of Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and their programming.

Responsibilities

  • Program and install a variety of PLCs including ControlLogix and Siemens.
  • Develop and implement HMI systems including FactoryTalk and Wonderware.
  • Design, troubleshoot, and maintain Variable Frequency Drives.
  • Work on automation and control system design and specifications.
  • Calibrate and improve sensing and actuation devices.
  • Lead medium and large automation projects from start to finish.
  • Provide start-up assistance and functional descriptions for automation solutions.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work with diverse industries including pharmaceuticals and manufacturing.
  • Engagement in medium and large-scale projects, enhancing leadership skills.
  • Chance to work with cutting-edge automation technologies and tools.
  • Collaborative work environment with opportunities for knowledge sharing.
Full Job Description
WHAT YOU WILL DO

Flexware's Automation Team does a variety of projects for manufacturing clients. Our expertise spans many industries including Pharmaceutical, Life Sciences, Food and Beverage, Discrete, Steel, Municipalities, and several others. As an Automation Engineer, you will assist clients in a variety of projects and work with many different technical tools.
  • Program and install PLC's including but not limited to ControlLogix and Siemens processors
  • Program and install HMI's including but not limited to FactoryTalk View ME or SE, Wonderware InTouch, Ignition, and others
  • Program and install VFD's including but not limited to PowerFlex, Schneider, ABB, and other
  • Work with networking components such as Ethernet/IP, ControlNet, or DeviceNet
  • Responsible for automation and controls system design, specifications, programming, simulation, testing, as well as start-up assistance.
  • Assist and/or create a functional description of the automation solution such as the control scheme, alarms, HMI, reports, and others.
  • Calibrate, troubleshoot, test, repair, and improve sensing, measurements, and actuation devices
  • Lead medium and/or large projects from inception to conclusion
  • Perform other duties or work with other technologies as necessary


**Please note that we are not interviewing candidates that require sponsorship now or in the future**

WHAT YOU MIGHT HAVE DONE BEFORE
  • Received a technical Bachelor's degree such as computer technology, computer systems technology, information systems, or similar technical degree.
  • Experience designing, troubleshooting, and programming PLC's; ideally in an industrial or manufacturing environment such as:
    • RSLogix500, RSLogix5000/Studio5000
    • Siemens Step7, Siemens TIA Portal
    • Or a multitude of other PLC's
  • Designed, created, and programmed HMI screens in Wonderware InTouch, Rockwell FactoryTalk View, Ignition, or others
  • Worked with networking components
  • Worked with Variable Frequency Drives (VFD's)

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