Job Description
Automation Engineer – Job Summary:
We’re supporting our client, specializes in the design and construction of large and small scale production plants for innovative chemical products and processes based in Florence, AL who are looking for a Automation Engineer to join their growing team. The successful Automation Engineer will have 2-3 years’ experience programming PLCs using Ladder Logic and Function Block and be familiar with various PLC brands such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, etc.
Salary: $TBC
Benefits: Benefits: Comprehensive benefit package including medical, 401K, leave, and supplemental coverages, some available after probationary period
Job Type: Direct Hire
Location: Florence AL
Job Start date: ASAP
Hours: 8-5 Monday-Friday; must be able to work on short notice and work extra hours, including weekends, if needed
Responsibilities:
- Report to assigned supervisor.
- Respect and adhere to all active contracts and confidentiality agreements with company and associated clients.
- Respect and adhere to all safety rules procedures and complete all necessary safety training.
- Work with project managers to assess client needs related to automation.
- Assist project managers in preparation of project bids and cost estimation.
- Provide engineering input to projects as required.
- Design control panels/systems to meet project requirements.
- Generate AutoCAD drawings/schematics for control system design.
- Build Electrical panels according to electrical schematics.
- Specify, purchase, and receive materials for control system fabrication.
- Provide written and verbal direction to ensure efficient completion of projects.
- Report project status to project managers as necessary.
- Work with project managers and accounting personnel to accurately document project costs.
- Perform other functions in the Automation Department as requested.
- Coordinate the use of both hands to perform tasks.
- Lifting and handling equipment and materials of up to 50lbs.
- Reaching overhead, stooping, kneeling, walking, talking, hearing, reading, and seeing.
About You:
- Bachelors Degree or Electrical Certification with experience.
- 2-3 years experience programming PLCs using Ladder Logic and Function Block and be familiar with various PLC brands such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, etc.
- Mechanical Design and Troubleshooting experience a plus.
- Must be able to travel when needed, including international travel (not full-time travel).
- Ability to design basic electrical control circuits following NEC guidelines.
- Ability to calibrate and troubleshoot electrical controls and instrumentation.
- Possess a strong understanding of mechanical and electrical equipment and have the ability to use that understanding to troubleshoot systems.
- Ability to understand automated equipment functions; chemical processes; and mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
- Ability to build electrical panels.
- Ability to program HMI graphic interfaces employing situational awareness philosophy a plus.
- Knowledge of and ability to use AutoCAD and other design software to produce electrical schematics.
- Knowledge of and ability to use Microsoft Office software, especially Word and Excel.
- Ability to follow written and verbal directions.
- Must be self-motivated and able to work with minimum supervision.
- Ability to maintain a clean work environment.
- Ability to maintain an effective, courteous, and tactful relationship with other employees and clients.
- Must be on time and have a good attitude at work.
- Willingness to be assume other job duties as necessary to complete projects.
Job Application:
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