Industrial Automation Project Engineer

COMPANY INFORMATION:


Established in 1986, ATS Automation is the leading provider of energy management services, automated control systems, critical airflow solutions, and building systems integration. We aim to be the market leader in excellence in building technologies by providing the industry's best teams, engineered solutions, service support, and products.

At ATS, we custom engineer and install building automation systems to optimize buildings' mechanical and electrical systems, reduce building energy consumption, increase tenant comfort, and maximize the productivity of tenants and facilities management personnel.

Headquartered in the Pacific Northwest, with 14 offices and growing across the United States, we support and manage complex building automation and controls projects across the country and abroad. We seek out candidates from diverse backgrounds who are curious and eager to learn, have excellent communication skills, and who possess an exceptional work ethic and initiative.


ATS is committed to employee development and offers an extensive training program and ongoing advancement to all employees. Our company enjoys remarkable tenure and we take pride in our employees' ability to grow their career and find long-term success at ATS.


JOB SUMMARY:


Design and engineer control system hardware and software programming based on project plans, specifications, and other contract documents. Provide analysis of building control and mechanical system performance at a complete systems and campus level. Ensure documentation is accurate and complete. Interface directly with customers. Manage sub-contractors and suppliers. Direct project financial responsibility increases with tenure in this position, including use of ATS project management financial reports.


DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Complete control system overall design responsibility
• Control programming and graphic development
• Manage the start-up and commissioning of Automation Systems
• Engineer field changes and maintain as-built documentation

• Conduct on-site owner training as part of project closeout
• Manage time to complete assignments on time and within budget

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Programming skills
• Proven analytical skills
• Exceptional interactive and communication skills
• Excellent troubleshooting skills
• Knowledge of PLC (programable logic controls) Theory and Applications
  • Structured Text
• Function Block Diagram
• Ladder Diagram
• Cyber Security
• Knowledge of IEC61131 standards
• Ability to work independently and unsupervised
• ACAD skills

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:


This position requires a combination of working in an office environment and routine visits to project jobsites up to 50% of working hours. Project jobsites present typical construction and outdoor conditions that require the use of personal protective equipment for safety purposes. Lifting and exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds more frequently is required. Must be comfortable climbing a ladder infrequently. Small repetitive motions and use of small tools is included.


COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Annual base salary ranges from $68,000 - $124,000 depending on experience
• Benefits summary can be found at ATS Benefits

POSITION TYPE AND HOURS

• Full-time, exempt
• Typical Monday - Friday working hours with flexibility as needed
• Periodic travel to locations in North America

CREDENTIALS AND EXPERIENCE

• Engineering undergraduate degree
• Equivalent combination of education and experience
• Computer programming experience
• Building Mechanical system experience
• Experience with electronics and basic electrical circuits

ATS is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities. When making hiring and employment decisions, we do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, age, military service, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, medical condition as defined under state and federal law, or any other legally protected category. All such discrimination is strictly prohibited.

The above job description may not cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.