Automation Engineer

E Tech Group • West Chester, OH

17d

About The Position

E Tech Group is seeking an Automation Engineer to lead or contribute to detailed hardware and software design for process automation control systems projects. The role covers defining system architecture requirements, writing detailed software design specifications, programming PLC and SCADA applications, configuring thin client server applications and process-based historian databases, tuning control loops, and providing startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, and control system qualification services. Engineers may work on projects from concept through commissioning and support clients across a variety of industries.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related engineering field.
• At least 2 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education.
• Experience reading and interpreting control system electrical design packages.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting control systems and understanding process controls.
• Rockwell experience with products such as ControlLogix, CompactLogix, PlantPax, Factory Talk Software Suite, Studio 5000, PLC5, SLC500, RSView, or PanelView Plus.
• Working knowledge of control system networks such as Ethernet, ControlNet, and DeviceNet.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Collaboration and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Provide application and control systems design and development for systems of varying complexity.
• Develop and evaluate alternative system solutions that meet stated requirements.
• Modify program and system logic involving multiple systems and subsystems using ladder logic, structured text, or function block.
• Develop proficiency in several programming languages and control device networks for PLCs, HMIs, and DCS.
• Interact with customers to understand their business environment and define scope, plans, and deliverables for assigned work.
• Work successfully in a team environment supporting industries including wastewater, chemical, and discrete control.
• Represent E Tech Group's Core Values, prioritizing the success of the company, its clients, and the professional development of associates.
• Contribute to detailed hardware and software design, including architecture requirements and software design specifications.
• Program PLC and SCADA applications and configure thin client server applications and process-based historian databases.
• Tune control loops; provide control system startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, and qualification services.

Benefits

• 401(k) with matching; employees are 100% vested upon entry.
• Prompt enrollment in medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Paid vacation, paid holidays, paid family leave, and sick time off.
• Training and continuing education from day one, with opportunities for career development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level