Automation Engineer II

Automation Engineer II will develop, test, and maintain computerized control systems for large-scale filtration equipment, working across PLC, HMI, and SCADA platforms in a regulated manufacturing environment. The role requires hands-on controls engineering expertise and cross-functional collaboration with internal teams and customers.

Responsibilities

• Develop, configure, test, and troubleshoot PLC, HMI, SCADA, and industrial computer applications for automated process equipment
• Program and support multiple PLC platforms including Rockwell, Siemens, and AutomationDirect; develop Wonderware applications
• Design, review, and execute test scripts for FAT, SAT, commissioning, and system changes in a validated environment
• Provide technical expertise to internal teams, customers, and field personnel during design, deployment, and troubleshooting phases
• Maintain automation standards, documentation, and reusable templates through formal change management and continuous improvement

Requirements

• BS in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related field; relevant automation experience may substitute
• 5+ years hands-on experience with PLC programming, HMI/SCADA applications, and industrial control systems
• Proficiency with Rockwell Automation/Allen-Bradley; Siemens and AutomationDirect experience preferred
• Working knowledge of industrial networking, control protocols (OPC UA/DA, Modbus, PROFINET, EtherCAT), and electrical instrumentation
• Experience with software version control, configuration management, and engineering change-control practices
• Strong technical writing, troubleshooting, and cross-functional collaboration skills in fast-paced environments
• cGMP, computer system validation, and GAMP 5 experience preferred; Python, VBScript, or SQL skills a plus

Compensation: $100,000-$145,000 base