Automation Engineer - Denver, CO area

ESCO Group • Louisville, CO

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About The Position

The Automation Engineer is a contributing technical resource on ESCO Group’s Automation team, supporting client projects alongside multidisciplinary engineers. The role calls for a basic understanding of PLC and HMI processes and IT/OT networking. The engineer helps design and implement industrial automation projects intended to improve operational efficiency, productivity, and quality; assists with PLC and HMI design, programming, and configuration; modifies existing display objects, templates, and programs; and learns industrial process flows, IT/OT networking, and system security. The work includes collaborating with team members to understand client processes and automation requirements, identifying potential conflicts and bringing them to the appropriate resource, and performing delegated onsite work under a Project Manager or Project Lead. Travel to client sites and physical duties to implement, test, and commission automation systems are part of the role.

Requirements

• Basic aptitude with technology and/or industrial environments.
• Strong documentation and organization skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing details and circumstances.
• Ability to demonstrate self-management, including strategic planning, goal setting, evaluating progress, prioritizing responsibilities, and understanding personal strengths.
• Dedication to keeping up with new technologies, tools, and methodologies, and interest in learning about new technologies.
• Interest in improving oneself and supporting the development of others.

Responsibilities

• Assist with designing and implementing industrial automation projects to improve operational efficiency, productivity, and quality.
• Assist with designing, programming, and configuring PLC and HMI systems for controlling and monitoring industrial processes.
• Learn IT/OT networking and system security.
• Modify existing display objects and templates.
• Learn and understand industrial process flows.
• Collaborate with clients and team members to understand industrial processes and automation requirements.
• Perform necessary modifications to existing programs.
• Identify potential conflicts and bring them to the appropriate resource for resolution.
• Perform delegated onsite work at the direction of the Project Manager or Project Lead.
• Travel to client sites and perform physical duties to implement, test, and commission automation systems.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance package.
• Annual biometric screenings.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Company-paid disability insurance for eligible employees.
• 401(k) offering.
• Possible eligibility to participate in the ESOP and receive its tax-deferred retirement benefits.
• Employee ownership benefits through the ESOP.
• Paid time off.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Parental leave.
• Hybrid work, depending on position.
• Tuition assistance.
• Dedicated Learning and Development program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed