HMH is seeking an experienced Lead Automation Engineer with a strong background in oilfield equipment, industrial controls, and field service support. This role focuses on designing, programming, and supporting advanced automated drilling equipment, leveraging deep automation engineering expertise and hands-on oilfield experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain PLC programs for automated drilling equipment.

• Create and optimize control system layouts and logic flow.

• Support ongoing product development and new feature testing.

• Participate in validation and refinement of automation solutions.

• Provide engineering insights to enhance safety, reliability, and performance.

• Troubleshoot PLC and HMI issues remotely or on site.

• Provide technical support during equipment build, installation, and commissioning.

• Travel to field or facility locations for system support.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Automation, Electronic, Mechatronics, or Controls Engineering from an accredited university

• Minimum 4 years of relevant technical level experience

• Experience with PLC programming (Sysmac Studio, SIMATIC WinCC, etc.).

• Understanding of industrial electrical systems and controls.

• Oilfield or heavy industrial machinery experience.

• Ability to interpret electrical drawings and technical specifications.

Desired Qualifications:

• Programming experience with Omron and/or Beckhoff PLCs

• Autocad experience is strongly preferred.

• Experience in version control systems such as git

• Task tracking and collaboration systems such as Azure DevOps, JIRA, Confluence, etc.

• Familiarity with hazardous-area electrical standards (ATEX, CSA, IECEx).

• Field service or commissioning experience.

Additional Information:

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis, now or in the future, without employer sponsorship for employment visa status. 
• Relocation assistance is not provided.

Location:

Houston, Tx - JFK