Industrial Automation Engineer I

PACIV • Indianapolis, IN

19d • Onsite

About The Position

PACIV stands for Process Automation, Controls, Instrumentation & Validation. We are passionate about delivering world-class automation, instrumention & validation solutions that empower many industries and advanced manufacturing. Our teams thrive on innovation, collaboration, and solving complex challenges that shape the future of industrial automation. We are looking for an experienced Industrial Automation Engineer I to join our Indianapolis, IN team. This is a hands-on role where you will be on the manufacturing floor, troubleshooting, validating systems, and ensuring seamless integration. This position will play a key role in implementing Unified Namespace architecture, supporting commissioning, and qualification (C&Q) activities. If you are looking for an opportunity to work on Industry 4.0 technologies in a dynamic environment, this is your chance to make an impact.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a comparable field is required for this role
• Minimum 3 years of automation engineering experience in industrial/manufacturing environments.
• Strong Siemens PLC/HMI skills; familiarity with Rockwell and mixed platforms.
• Experience with startups, commissioning, and troubleshooting activities.
• Knowledge of MQTT, edge devices, and validation processes.
• Excellent documentation and vendor coordination skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with packaged skids and Industry 4.0 architectures.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site startup support, troubleshooting PLCs, HMIs, and vendor skid systems.
• Execute C&Q activities, including security tests, platform qualification, and data access validation.
• Validate MQTT data flows and edge-device integration across multiple platforms.
• Collaborate with vendors equipment manufacturers to resolve issues and implement changes.
• Document qualification and compliance activities for audit readiness.
• Be part of a high-impact project leveraging Industry 4.0 and Industrial IoT technologies.
• Work in a collaborative, innovative environment where your expertise drives success.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off - Vacation, sick leave, and company-recognized holidays
• Healthcare Coverage - PACIV covers 90% of the monthly healthcare premium
• Health Savings Account (HSA) – Bi-monthly company contributions to cover out-of-pocket medical expenses.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Company match up to 4% & full vestiture on enrollment date

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees