Automation Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

This is a remote position.

Summary

We are actively recruiting a committed Automation Specialist to become a key member of our Energy and Utilities division. This strategic position is dedicated to the creation, deployment, and refinement of automated frameworks designed to boost operational effectiveness and dependability within essential infrastructure. The successful applicant will serve as a vital link between intricate engineering demands and contemporary control technologies, guaranteeing the smooth fusion of software and hardware components. This role is fundamental to fostering innovation, decreasing reliance on manual processes, and upholding rigorous benchmarks for safety and performance within a dynamic utility landscape.

Responsibilities

• Architect and implement scalable automation systems specifically customized to meet the unique operational needs of the energy and utility sectors.
  
• Continuously oversee system performance, promptly identifying anomalies and executing corrective measures to reduce operational interruptions.
  
• Partner with diverse engineering groups to establish project boundaries, define technical specifications, and formulate integration roadmaps.
  
• Create and uphold thorough documentation covering control logic, system setups, and standard operating protocols.
  
• Execute comprehensive testing and validation procedures for automated workflows to ensure adherence to industry safety mandates and quality criteria.
  
• Offer technical guidance and educational sessions to operational personnel regarding the utilization of advanced automation tools and interfaces.
  
• Pinpoint avenues for process enhancement by leveraging data insights and integrating cutting-edge technological solutions.
  

Requirements

• Hold ${Work Experience} in professional roles involving automation, control systems, or comparable engineering disciplines.
  
• Possess a robust grasp of industrial automation protocols, SCADA platforms, and programmable logic controllers (PLCs).
  
• Demonstrate competence in programming languages prevalent in the energy industry, including Ladder Logic, Structured Text, or Python.
  
• Display keen analytical abilities capable of resolving intricate technical challenges under high-pressure conditions.
  
• Maintain an active certification or degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a pertinent technical field.
  
• Exhibit the capacity to collaborate effectively within a rapid-paced setting while strictly following safety and compliance protocols.
  
• Possess superior communication skills to articulate complex technical ideas clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
  
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching
  
• Paid time off and holidays
  
• Professional development and certification support
  
• Flexible work arrangements
  
• Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
  

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.