Industrial Automation Engineer
About The Position
We are looking for an Industrial Automation Engineer to join our team onsite in Indianapolis, IN and support PLC, HMI, and SCADA projects across utilities and advanced manufacturing environments. This role offers hands‑on project work, technical ownership, and the opportunity to collaborate with experienced engineers on meaningful automation solutions. About PACIV PACIV stands for Process Automation, Controls, Instrumentation, & Validation. We provide automation and validation services to clients in regulated and industrial environments. Our work ranges from targeted system upgrades to large, site‑wide automation deployments. We pride ourselves on technical excellence, collaboration, and long‑term client partnerships. Our engineers work on projects that are challenging, varied, and impactful, supported by a stable backlog and a team‑oriented culture. What You Will Do In this role, you will contribute to and support automation projects throughout the full project lifecycle. Responsibilities include:
Requirements
- Minimum 8 years of hands‑on experience in industrial automation or controls engineering
- Practical experience with PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems
- Experience working on automation projects in an industrial environment
- Familiarity with AutoCAD Electrical or similar electrical design tools
Nice To Haves
- DCS platforms
- Industrial networking protocols such as EtherNet/IP, Modbus, Profinet, Profibus, or BACnet
- Exposure to standards including NFPA 70E, UL 508A, IEC, ATEX, or CE
- Experience in utilities, life sciences, or advanced manufacturing environments
Responsibilities
- Designing and delivering PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems
- Developing and modifying PLC logic and configuring HMI/SCADA platforms such as Allen‑Bradley, Siemens, Ignition, or Wonderware
- Supporting control system architecture, documentation, and industrial networking
- Creating and updating electrical control schematics using AutoCAD Electrical
- Supporting panel fabrication, field installation, testing, and commissioning
- Troubleshooting automation systems and contributing to system improvements
- Collaborating with clients, project managers, and engineering teammates
- Supporting safety, quality, and regulatory requirements throughout project execution
Benefits
- Competitive salary, based on experience
- 90 percent employer‑paid healthcare premiums
- 401(k) with 4 percent company match and immediate vesting
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions
- Generous paid time off and company‑recognized holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
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