Automation Engineer

Automation Engineer – LaOtto, INIf you're an experienced controls engineer who would rather build something new than program the same equipment over and over, this role offers plenty of variety. We're seeking an Automation Engineer to take customized industrial automation projects from electrical design and programming through testing, commissioning, and customer startup.You'll work with PLCs, robotics, vision systems, motion control, and custom-built equipment while collaborating directly with mechanical engineering, manufacturing, customers, and suppliers.Automation Engineer Benefits and Compensation:$110,000–$120,000 annual salaryMedical, dental, and vision insuranceCompany-paid life and AD&D insuranceCompany-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance401(k) with company matchPaid Time OffOpportunity to work on custom automation projects across multiple industriesHands-on exposure to robotics, vision systems, motion control, and advanced automation technologyAutomation Engineer Requirements & Qualifications:5+ years of industrial controls, automation, or electrical engineering experienceHands-on PLC programming experience with Allen-Bradley RSLogix 500 and Studio 5000Experience programming Siemens Step 7 Professional and TIA PortalProficiency with AutoCAD Electrical and electrical schematic designStrong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, motor controls, servos, VFDs, sensors, communications, and machine safetyExperience integrating PLCs, HMIs, robotic equipment, vision systems, and other automation componentsStrong troubleshooting skills with the ability to diagnose electrical, programming, and equipment issuesAbility to manage multiple custom automation projects and communicate effectively with customers, engineering, and manufacturing teamsAbility to travel to customer locations for equipment installation, commissioning, and startup as neededMust be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorshipMust Haves:Develop controls architecture for custom automated equipment based on individual customer and project requirementsProgram, modify, and troubleshoot PLC and HMI applications for custom machineryDesign electrical schematics and select appropriate controls hardware and electrical componentsIntegrate robotics, vision systems, servos, VFDs, sensors, safety devices, and industrial communication networksPerform system testing, debugging, validation, and commissioning before equipment deliveryTroubleshoot controls issues during equipment build and customer startup while keeping projects on scheduleCreate bills of materials, programming documentation, network diagrams, electrical documentation, and system manualsAutomation Engineer Preferred Background & Skills:FANUC robot programming experienceFANUC RoboGuide experienceCognex or Keyence vision system experienceMicrosoft Visual Studio or Visual Basic experienceExperience with custom machinery, machine building, robotics integration, or engineered-to-order automation equipmentExperience working directly with customers during system design, installation, or startupBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related technical discipline preferred