Automation Engineer
About the CompanyI am helping my client in Hollsopple Pa in Western PA identify a full-time salaried Automation Engineer. Please contact me if you are interested and would like additional information. cmarshall@aecstaffingllc.comThe Automation Engineer is responsible for supporting both new and existing automation equipment across various facilities and departments. Their technical expertise helps in reducing operating costs, increasing productivity, minimizing labor intensive operations, and enhancing product quality. Additionally, they participate in the coordination of capital investment projects.About the RoleDesigns, develops, and implements automated systems to improve efficiency and productivity.ResponsibilitiesEvaluates and provides justification, specifications, scope of work, design drawings, bidding, scheduling, supervision, and commissioning of assigned automation projects.Provides support for all automation equipment across various facilities and departments, utilizing technical expertise in the fields such as mechanical, electrical, automation, and process engineering.Explores ways to improve or upgrade automation systems.Participates in CAPEX preparation process and monitors overall cost, quality, and time constraints of these investments.Arranges outside contractors to perform work at the facility.Participates in the preparation and maintaining engineering designs with the ability to perform basic design work using CAD software.QualificationsThe successful candidate must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with a minimum of 3 years of work experience in a manufacturing environment.Required SkillsAutomation programming/PLC experience in a manufacturing environment including process controls, problem solving, troubleshooting, design and implementation of automated systems.Ability to use CAD software, Microsoft Project, and Microsoft Office Suite.Experience in writing and communicating detailed engineering reports, showing ability to identify problems, and recommend process improvements.