Automation Engineer

POSITION DETAILS:

Job Type: Full-Time

Pay: $80k-$120k

FLSA: Exempt

Schedule: Mon-Fri

Location: South Bend, Indiana

Travel: Limited to None

WHAT WE WILL EXPECT FROM YOU

In this role, you will work closely with the Process Engineering and Production teams to support and enhance process control automation across the facility. You will maintain and improve DCS and PLC platforms, troubleshoot automated equipment, and help identify and resolve technical issues through root cause analysis. Using PLC software and process control tools, you will support automation projects, improve machine functionality, and help eliminate inefficiencies while ensuring automation improvements are successfully implemented and sustained. This position reports directly to the Engineering Manager.

Essential Functions of the Job:

• Maintain and support DCS and PLC platforms.
• Utilize PLC software to enhance, modify, and troubleshoot machine functions and capabilities.
• Provide engineering support to operations by troubleshooting automated equipment, resolving technical issues, and performing root cause analysis.
• Implement process automation solutions on DCS platforms in coordination with site teams and external vendors.
• Develop, manage, execute, and support the start-up of automation projects.

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with Process Engineering and Production teams to deploy and improve process control automation.
• Identify top operational losses and execute improvements to eliminate inefficiencies.
• Ensure that gains achieved from automation projects are sustained over time.
• Continuously identify opportunities to improve process control and automation through new tools, technologies, and process improvements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Automation Engineering
• 5+ years of hands-on industrial and/or manufacturing experience
• Capability to program and troubleshoot complex PLC, HMI, and components
• Experience with automation, process control, or other manufacturing and E&I equipment
• Project management experience with the ability to manage multiple projects
• Leadership of a team to develop, manage and execute projects
• The ability to read and understand operating procedures, manuals and drawings
• Strong time management and organizational skills

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Must wear and maintain company required Personal Protective Equipment including, but not limited to: FR pants/ long-sleeve shirt, safety glasses, hard hat, safety-toe boots, hearing protection, and gloves
• Physically able to perform the following job essential functions, inclusive of but not limited to: crouching, kneeling, bending, walking long distances, lifting/pushing/pulling/carrying up to 50 pounds, work at heights, continuous work in confined spaces, ascend/ descend/ work from: stairs/ladders/scaffolding.
• Must have the ability to work continuously in an environment inclusive of but not limited to: dust, loud noise(s), walk on uneven or slippery surfaces, outdoors, heat/cold, poorly illuminated areas.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, including a bonus. The starting salary is based on the candidate's experience, education, and market pay for the role in the region. As a team member at Verbio North America, you'll also enjoy:

• Comprehensive benefits package beginning day one, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Company paid short & long-term disability coverage as well as AD&D.
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time with additional leave plans
  • 11 paid holidays
  • 5 sick/personal days
  • Paid vacation time
• Company contribution of 3% safe harbor and 2 % profit sharing in accordance with the contribution and vesting schedule
• Advancement and bonus opportunities
• Career Development: on-the-job training and skills development.

HOW TO APPLY:

If you meet the requirements for this opportunity and are interested in making an impact on our mission, we encourage you to apply now. Please submit your application on our website at https://www.verbio-north-america.com/careers. A resume is required when applying, cover letters are optional, and professional references may be requested later in the hiring process.

Pay Range: $80,000 - $120,000 per hour