Automation Engineer - Omaha

ESCO Group • Omaha, NE

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About The Position

The Automation Engineer is part of ESCO Group’s Automation team and provides technical services on client projects alongside a highly technical, multidisciplinary team. The role contributes to industrial automation projects and calls for a basic understanding of PLC and HMI processes and IT/OT networking. The engineer assists with designing and implementing automation systems, programming and configuring PLC and HMI systems, modifying existing programs and display objects, and learning how industrial processes operate. The work includes delegated onsite tasks, travel to client sites, and physical work to implement, test, and commission automation systems.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

• Assist with the design and implementation of industrial automation projects to improve operational efficiency, productivity, and quality.
• Assist with designing, programming, and configuring PLC and HMI systems to control and monitor industrial processes.
• Learn IT/OT networking and system security.
• Modify existing display objects and templates.
• Learn and understand the flow of industrial processes.
• 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.
• Potential eligibility to participate in the ESOP, with tax-deferred retirement benefits.
• 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
• Education Level: No Education Listed