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Principal Automation Engineer

PEAK Technical Staffing

Monrovia, CA

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Agile Programming Methodologies, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automation, Automation Engineering, Backlog Prioritization, Best Practices, Code Reviews, Communications Protocols, Computer Science, Computer Vision, Cross-Functional, DevOps, Diagnostics Solutions/Software, Distributed Computing, Documentation, Embedded Systems, Flexible Spending Accounts, High Reliability, Human Machine Interface (HMI), Inference Engine, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, Machine Learning, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Microsoft .NET, Microsoft C# (C Sharp), Microsoft Windows Azure, Motion Control, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Network Systems, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Project Engineering, Project Management Software, Project Tracking, Project/Program Management, Quality Assurance, Rockwell Automation, Safety Standards, Safety Systems, Sales, Schedule Development, Software Architecture, Software Development, Software Engineering, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), System Integration (SI), TCP (Transmission Control Protocol), TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol), Technical Leadership, Windows Forms (WinForms), Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF)
LOCATION
Monrovia, CA
POSTED
1 day ago
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We are seeking a Principal Automation Engineer to serve as the senior technical authority for software architecture, advanced controls, machine vision, AI/ML systems, and high-reliability industrial automation platforms.
 
This role operates with minimal supervision and sets the technical direction across multidisciplinary engineering teams. The Principal Engineer will lead architecture decisions, software development, and system integration for complex automation projects including SCADA, PLC, motion control, IIoT, and machine learning applications.
 
This is a hands-on technical leadership role, not a people-management position.
 
Key Responsibilities:
Engineering & Automation Development
  • Architect and develop advanced software systems for industrial automation, motion control, machine vision, SCADA, and safety systems
  • Design SCADA / HMI systems for visualization, alarms, diagnostics, and remote operation
  • Develop plant-wide data acquisition and networking systems (FactoryTalk, IIoT, MQTT, OPC-UA)
  • Build machine learning and AI applications using PyTorch, TensorFlow, OpenCV, or HALCON
  • Develop computer vision systems for inspection, anomaly detection, and automation optimization
  • Design real-time integrations with PLCs, CNCs, motion controllers, and industrial networks
  • Implement industrial communication protocols (Modbus TCP, OPC-UA, TCP/IP, Serial, Fieldbus)
  • Integrate edge AI hardware, accelerators, and embedded inference engines
  • Ensure compliance with UL, CE, NFPA, and industrial safety standards
  • Develop operator interfaces using .NET, WinForms, WPF, and industrial HMI platforms
  • Establish software architecture standards, reusable libraries, and frameworks
  • Use Azure DevOps for task tracking, backlog management, and code review
 
Project Engineering:
  • Work cross-functionally with engineering, production, QA, sales, and program management
  • Prepare software interface documentation and functional specifications
  • Develop project schedules and track software development progress
  • Prepare engineering release and compliance documentation
 
Technical Leadership:
  • Mentor controls and software engineers on architecture and best practices
  • Recommend improvements to software development methodology
  • Guide adoption of new automation, AI, and machine-vision technologies
 
Education & Experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, or related STEM field
  • Master’s or PhD preferred
  • 10+ years of experience in automation, controls, or software architecture
  • Expert-level C# and .NET development experience
  • Strong experience with Rockwell Automation (Studio 5000, RSLogix 500/5000)
  • Deep knowledge of industrial automation, controls, SCADA, and distributed systems
  • Experience with FactoryTalk View and PLC-to-software integration
  • Experience with machine vision, AI/ML, or computer vision systems
  • Experience with industrial communication protocols (Modbus, OPC-UA, TCP/IP, Serial, etc.)
  • Project management training (PMI, Agile, etc.) preferred
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) The physical and mental requirements described in this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Must be able to perform the essential physical functions of the position, including sitting, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, andlifting upto 25 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation. Candidate Privacy To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://peaktechnical.com/privacy-policy/and https://peaktechnical.com/ca-residents-privacy-rights/ AI Recruiting Disclosure We use AI-assisted tools to help review applications and compare your experience to job requirements, but all hiring decisions are made by human recruiters. You may request a human-only process or opt out of automated communication at any time. Required notices and our latest bias audit are available on our website: www.peaktechnical.com/ai-disclosure.

About the Company

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PEAK Technical Staffing

For over 50 years, PEAK has excelled in providing comprehensive staffing and workforce solutions. We go beyond traditional staffing to offer a holistic, on-demand workforce model, addressing every facet of your workforce needs.

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
1968
WEBSITE
http://www.peaktechnical.com

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