Automation Engineering Tech

We are seeking a skilled Automation Engineer with a degree in Electronic Technology or Automation and 4-7 years of relevant experience. In this role, you will collaborate with design and operations engineers, purchasers, and internal teams to commission and maintain microprocessor‑based control systems. Your expertise will be essential in interpreting construction schedules, managing QA/QC checklists, and applying Sequence of Operations (SOO) to program logic.

Collaborate with design engineers, operations engineers, purchasers, and internal teams.

Commission microprocessor‑based control systems, including PLC, DDC controllers, sensors, actuators, and transducers.

Interpret construction schedules and manage QA/QC checklists and commissioning logs.

Apply Sequence of Operations (SOO) to program logic.

Develop and modify code using ladder logic, structured text, and function block programming.

Mentor and oversee Automation Technicians (Levels I & II).

Lead medium to large‑scale automation projects.

Upload, download, and modify control software/programs.

Create and troubleshoot automation networks and communication protocols.

Diagnose complex HVAC and electrical systems, including psychometrics, refrigeration, building pressure, life safety, EPMS, steam heating, humidification/dehumidification, and central heating/cooling.

Design automation system graphics and dashboards.

Automation

PLC programming

Controls engineering

Experience with programming control systems from scratch

AutoCAD Electrical

Experience with Microsoft Products

Familiarity with Microsoft SQL or other database applications

Understanding of basic process controls such as PID loops, motor control, and commissioning digital/analog devices

This role will involve both office and field work. In the office, you will spend extended periods of desk work involving computer‑based tasks. Field work includes frequent visits to local construction job sites with significant client interaction, requiring 30-50% travel, although managers anticipate it being less than 20%. Travel will occur on weekdays with several months' notice. The company culture is family‑like, emphasizing integrity, collaboration, and growth opportunities.

This is a Permanent position based out of Cedar Rapids, IA.

ESOP - 401K through Principal - Medical/Dental/Vision - FSA - HSA - Employee Assistance Program - PTO starting at 3 weeks + 7 holidays

Application Deadline

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any characteristic protected by law.

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