Allen-Bradley, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automation, Automation Engineering, Automation Systems, Commissioning, Communication Skills, Construction Design, Construction Drawings, Control Engineering, Documentation, Electrical Wiring, Electricity, Electronics, Flexible Spending Accounts, Human Machine Interface (HMI), Identify Issues, Instrumentation, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, Loading/Unloading, Oil and Gas, On Site Support, People Management, Process Control Engineering, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Project Commissioning, Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations, Software Administration, Software Engineering, Startup, Systems Administration/Management, Team Player, Technical Recruiting, Technical Support, Test Plan/Schedule, Willing to Travel, Work From Home
Automation/ Controls Engineer As an Automation / Controls Engineer, you will work independently or with a Team to design, develop, test, commission and maintain PLC based automation systems. These include PLC, HMI, Flow Computers, Loading Controllers, and other industrial automation devices. This position will require you to develop control narratives, cause and effect matrices, data maps, and other customer requested documentation.
Besides programming and documentation, you will also be required to troubleshoot wiring and programming issues during the commissioning phase of a project. The Automation Engineer fosters productive internal and external working relationships and may periodically provide guidance and train other team members.
Technical Responsibilities:- Engineering and technical support for process control, instrumentation, and measurement technologies.
- Experience with PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers) and HMI (Human-Machine Interface) software.
- Evaluate and troubleshoot applications programming code.
- Knowledge of PLC & HMI platforms, including Allen Bradley, Client, Schneider Electric, B&R and others.
- Install, troubleshoot, calibrate and maintain end devices, including transmitters, VFDs, soft-starters, flow computers, & loading controllers.
- Experience with truck loading systems, including TMS, Multiloads, or Acculoads a plus.
- Ability to read P&ID and electrical diagrams and other complex electrical drawings and provide reviews of design/construction drawing packages.
- Provide on-site services, including oversight of system installation, lead commissioning efforts, and supplying troubleshooting support as required for industrial applications.
- Able to apply knowledge of electronics principles in determining equipment malfunctions, and restore equipment to operation.
- Ability to troubleshoot electrical wiring issues during startup and commissioning phase of project.
Qualifications:- Minimum of 3 years in Industrial Automation & Controls Engineering.
- Oil & Gas or Heavy Industrial Automation experience highly preferred.
- Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering required.
- Ability to communicate clearly with team members and customers.
- Resides in the Eastern PA/ NJ area
Work from home , with the ability to travel 25-50% within the USA. This varies based on the project's requirements
Benefits
PEAK's benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dependent Care Savings Account (DCA), and 401K plan. PEAK believes that taking care of our team is essential for success and we are proud to provide benefits that enhance both your well-being and your future. Additionally, our associates may be eligible for Paid Sick Leave as required by Federal, State, or local laws.
Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO)
PEAK Technical Staffing is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. PEAK does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business need. We encourage all individuals to apply.
Americans Disabilities Act (ADA)
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