Process Automation Engineer

job summary:
Industry leading producer seeks an Controls Process Automation Engineer to take part in the development, maintenance, and optimization of Level II (L2) supervisory control systems that govern production processes in the plant. You will act as the technical lead for the "middle layer" of the automation stack, ensuring that the transition of data from physical machine sensors (Level 1) to the manufacturing execution systems (Level 3) is seamless, accurate, and optimized for maximum yield and quality. You should have at least 2 years of object-oriented programming experience. Join an established producer in a position of growth! Relocation assistance provided. You must be able to work in the US without present or future visa sponsorship.

location: St. Louis, Missouri
job type: Permanent
salary: $85,000 - 100,000 per year
work hours: 8am to 4pm
education: Bachelors

responsibilities:

• Design and maintain the interfaces between Level 1 PLC/HMI systems and Level 3 MES systems using industrial communication protocols

• Develop and refine mathematical models to predict and control process parameters such as roll force, thermal profiles, cooling rates, and material tracking

• Analyze real-time production data to identify bottlenecks and recalibrate setpoint models for improved metallurgical consistency and throughput

• Administer and optimize relational databases (e.g., SQL, Oracle) used for mill event tracking, historical data logging, and quality reporting

requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field (e.g., Engineering Physics)

• 1+ yrs experience object-oriented programming / software development

• Experience from an industrial setting required

• Willingness / desire to be in a production environment

• Good communication, great atttidue, team mindset

benefits:

• Full-time direct-hire position with full benefits

• Healthcare

• Retirement

• Paid time off

• Career and earnings growth

• Relocation assistance

qualifications:

• Experience level: Experienced
• Minimum 1 year of experience
• Education: Bachelors (required)

 
skills:

• Level II industrial automation
• Level I industrial automation
• Software development
• PLC
• C
• C++
• Java
• Fortran
• Object-oriented programming
• HMI
• SCADA
• Automation
• Automation
• Automation
  
  
  Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
  At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact View email address on randstadusa.com.
  
  
  Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
  
  
  This posting is open for thirty (30) days.