Automation Control Engineer

Location: Webster, NY

Job Type: Full-time, Exempt

Reports To: Engineering Manager

This role requires strong DCS, PLC, Logics, and electrical aptitude. This Engineer will be responsible for Designing, implementing PLC and HMI/SCADA designs and programming that meet or exceed customer expectations.

Job Responsibilities:

Design, develop, document, program, debug, and maintain automation logics and programs for process control systems.
Design, develop, document, program, debug, and maintain automation HMI/SCADA software
Collaborate with other engineering groups to facilitate a Systems Engineering approach to the plant and machine design.
Review and provide professional feedback on Proposal Requests and Proposal Offers.
Install and commission automation control systems on customer sites.

Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities):

PLC software experience and aptitude
Electrical and control experience and aptitude
Ability to write, understand, and troubleshoot control system software in ladder, function chart, structured text, or sequential function languages.
Ability to read, understand, and create electrical and control schematics
Ability to layout and CAD cabinet designs and wiring schematics.
Ability to troubleshoot and debug electrical and control circuits
Understanding of process and machine control.
Ability to manage technical requirements including task assignments, tracking and communications
Ability to manage workload effectively, to plan, organize, and prioritize work and meet deadlines
Ability to work with other disciplines

Required Experience:

5-10 years of control system programming experience (ex. ABB, Bailey, Allen-Bradley, GE, Modicon, Red Lion, Siemens, Schneider)
5-10 years of HMI/SCADA design experience (ABB, Aveva, FactoryTalk View; Crimson)
Knowledge of common industrial networks (EtherNet/IP, DeviceNet, ControlNet)
Knowledge of VFDs, servos and common system interfaces (CIP, Field buses).
Ability to read Process & Instrumentation drawings (P&IDs)
Ability to read electrical diagrams.
Ability to read logic diagrams.
Ability to diagram using CAD software.
Boiler/Chiller and machine operation knowledge a plus.
Low-voltage electrical design & layout a plus
Strong electrical & mechanical troubleshooting skills
Strong technical writing and communication skills
Team player who can adapt well to engineering standards

Requirements:

Willing to travel as needed.
Willing and able to work extended hours as needed.
Must have valid driver’s license. Passport a plus.
Must be legally authorized to work in the US

Employee Benefits:

Competitive pay based on experience.
Subsidized Health insurance.
Paid vacation and holidays.
401(k) plan with Employer Match.
Opportunities for work out of town or out of country.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off

Experience:

Analog Controls: 3 years (Required)
Boiler: 3 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

Webster, NY 14580 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Classic Automation LLC

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