Sr Industrial Automation Engineer

PACIV•Indianapolis, IN

12d

About The Position

Design. Lead. Deliver. Own full‑scope PLC, HMI, and SCADA automation projects supporting advanced manufacturing and utility operations. High autonomy. Complex systems. Real impact. PACIV stands for Process Automation, Controls, Instrumentation, and Validation. At PACIV, we are passionate about delivering world-class automation & 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. Our Senior Automation Engineers are trusted to lead projects end‑to‑end from requirements and design through implementation, commissioning, and client delivery. This is not a support or maintenance role. You will act as a technical authority, work directly with clients, and influence control system architecture and standards across projects supporting critical infrastructure and advanced manufacturing. PACIV maintains a strong project backlog across utilities and advanced manufacturing, offering long-term stability and consistent technical challenges. Projects range from small process modifications to large, site‑wide control system deployments, providing a balanced mix of design, programming, commissioning, and long‑term system support. Role Overview We are seeking a Senior Industrial Automation Engineer to join our Indianapolis, IN team. This role is ideal for experienced engineers who enjoy owning their work, solving complex problems, and delivering complete automation solutions in utility and manufacturing environments. This position manages multiple concurrent projects, serves as a primary technical and client interface, and delivers full‑scope automation solutions across a variety of industries.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Chemical, Biomedical, or Mechatronics Engineering
10+ years of industrial automation experience
Advanced proficiency with PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems (Allen‑Bradley, Siemens, Ignition, Wonderware, iFix)
Strong experience with AutoCAD Electrical
Proven ability to own automation projects and interface directly with clients

Nice To Haves

Experience with DCS platforms
Expertise in VFD applications, PID control, and loop tuning
Knowledge of industrial networking protocols (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profinet, Profibus, ControlNet, BACnet)
Familiarity with NFPA 70E, UL508A, IEC, ATEX, CE standards

Responsibilities

Lead and own automation projects end‑to-end, managing technical scope, schedule, budget, and deliverables while serving as the primary client interface
Translate client requirements into complete control system solutions, including control strategies, plant network architecture, virtualization, and platform selection
Design PLC‑based electrical control systems, selecting components and producing AutoCAD Electrical drawing packages for panels, VFDs, and motor control systems
Specify and recommend field instrumentation such as flow, level, and pressure devices
Develop and standardize PLC logic, configure HMI and SCADA interfaces, and deploy automation software on production systems
Support control panel fabrication, field installation, and modifications to existing PLC systems
Troubleshoot automated equipment and process control systems, driving corrective actions and continuous improvement
Prepare project documentation including requirements, design packages, test protocols, and operation & maintenance procedures
Champion safety, quality, and regulatory compliance throughout project execution