Automation Engineering Tech

Automation Engineer

Ash Grove family of companies, including Ash Grove Cement Company, Ash Grove South Texas, LLC, Sapphire Americas LLC, Oldcastle Cement Holdings, Houston Cement Company, and Suwanee American Cement Company, is one of North America's leading cement manufacturers, with a legacy of innovation and excellence dating back to 1882. The company operates 12 world-class cement plants and a vast network of 41 terminals across the United States and Canada. Renowned for its forward-thinking approach, Ash Grove combines technical expertise, robust safety standards, and empowered talent to deliver high performance and better serve our customers. Medical / Dental / Vision/ Prescription

• 11 Paid Holidays per year
• Training Provided
• Tuition Reimbursement Program- We'll assist with continuing education that aligns with your career goals

Employee Assistance Program
Company Paid Life Insurance
Short & Long Term Disabiity
Company Discounts on products, goods, services, electronics, automotive, travel & more!
Opportunities for Community Engagement
Potential Relocation Pacakages

The Automation Engineer performs engineering technician duties in the areas of plant computer network systems management, control, instrumentation, electronics. This position provides technical support to other plant personnel and includes after-hours work/callouts to support the plant operations. The position supervises electricians and other wage positions associated with Automation Engineering functions. The Automation Engineer will liaison between corporate IT department and plant to assist with minor IT-related activities on site.
Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines.
Manages computer automation hardware and software used in the plant operation.
Manages Programmable Logic Controller systems and networks used in the plant operation.
Collaborates with staff on design, installation, revisions and maintenance of all plant electrical and instrumentation systems including all existing and new installations.
Maintains the security and integrity of all Local Area network devices, equipment and components such as servers, switches, and computers.
Provides technical support and troubleshooting for plant LAN/WAN and telecommunication systems.
Maintains all plant information technology systems to the latest revision/version.
Ensures all systems are operating at designed performance levels and coordinates computer technology changes.
2 year Degree in Electricity/Electronics or related field is required

• 4 year Degree in Electrical Engineering or Process Controls preferred
• Minimum of 3 years experience in electrical or automation in an industrial manufacturing environment
• Proficient in English written, verbal communication, and listening skills
• Knowledge of electrical and control systems, instrumentation, computer operations, and other related technical areas.
• Ability to understand and operate computer software and hardware. Ability to use engineering and electronic equipment such as measuring devices, calculators and computers.
• Ability to work from general supervision on routine duties with specific instructions, and under close supervision on technical matters involving non-routine duties.

Eligible for yearly bonus

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The physical demands, working environment, and other conditions of employment listed in this document are representative of but are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of the requirements for positions in this classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
Group retirement savings program
We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.
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