We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Systems Engineer, preferably with experience in the food and beverage or life sciences industries. As a key member of Grantek's Engineering team, you will be developing real-time automation solutions from the manufacturing plant floor to the enterprise level, using a variety of programming, configuration, and design tools: PLC and PAC Programming, Operator Interface and HMI application design, SCADA design, Network design, Database design, Vision system design, and more. Key-skills and interests: machine and process control, information solutions, database development, operational efficiency, mechatronics. Primary Job Responsibilities - Engineering and implementing real-time automation controls and information solutions. - Conceptualizing during the design phase of the project life cycle. - System programming, debugging, and testing. - Creating documentation, including project engineering notes, project proposals, project design traceability documentation, case studies, and more. - Commissioning new solutions at client sites; finding opportunities for improvements. - Creating methodologies and complex problem-solving. - Learning new technologies. - Mentoring colleagues on your expertise and knowledge base. - Having fun and being challenged. Technologies Used - PLC Programming Platforms: Rockwell / Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Omron, Modicon, GE, etc. - HMI Platforms: Rockwell / Allen-Bradley, Wonderware, Schneider Electric, etc. - SCADA Platforms: Rockwell / Allen-Bradley, Inductive Automation, Wonderware, GE, Siemens, etc. - System Networking: Ethernet, Routing and Switching, EthernetIP, Profibus. Experience in DeviceNet, ControlNet, DH+, Remote IO, Modbus, etc is preferred but not necessary. - Vision Platforms: Cognex, Datalogic, Keyence, etc. - Experience with Python, Historian (PI System), and databases is a plus - Project Documentation: Microsoft Office. Qualifications - Successful or upcoming completion of B.Sc. Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related Engineering Technology degree. - Academic or working experience with some or all the listed "Technologies Used", in previous section. - Meticulous, conscientious, analytical, focused, self-starter individual, who is a quick learner. - Excellent communication skills - both verbal and written. - Valid Driver's License. - Have full-time access to a personal vehicle. - Candidate must be located in eastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, or Maryland. - Willingness to travel up to 30-50% (PA, NJ, NY, DE, MD). - Employee will be associated with and report to Grantek's Allentown, PA office