Automation Solutions Specialist II

Global Process Automation LLC • Wilmington, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Automation Solutions Specialist is responsible for implementing designed automation solutions across a wide array of industries and maintaining control systems to support the efficient and safe operation of industrial processes. The role works with cross-functional teams to configure control systems that improve process performance, reliability, and safety.

The specialist works with clients and vendors to implement project tasks within the established scope of work and in alignment with project goals and objectives, under the supervision of project leads or managers. The position requires industry-specific technical knowledge and programming best practices. Experience in discrete manufacturing is required. The initial project upon hire will be performed onsite at a facility in Western North Carolina.

Requirements

• Experience in the discrete manufacturing industry.
• For Level II: 5 to 10 years of hands-on experience with a specific preferred system or multiple preferred systems.
• For Level II: Ability to perform job duties with minimal oversight and direction.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred platform experience: Rockwell ControlLogix, iFIX SCADA, PowerFlex, Yaskawa drives, and Kinetix servo drives (motion control).

Responsibilities

• Design and implement process control strategies for existing operations, including efficiency improvements, optimization, reduction of process variability, compliance with environmental and safety requirements, and equipment and process reliability.
• Perform hardware and system configuration activities.
• Coordinate and execute PLC upgrades, new installations, and system startups.
• Work with instrumentation, motor control, regulatory control loop tuning, and advanced control processes.
• Support technical teams with process improvement initiatives and assist with process and maintenance troubleshooting.
• Maintain business continuity for process control systems through proper documentation and training.
• Provide technical and maintenance support for existing control system platforms at client facilities.
• Work with clients and vendors to implement project tasks within the established scope of work and in alignment with project goals and objectives.

What This Job Offers

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