Industrial Automation Engineer

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• This position is responsible for assisting the project team with the software development process associated with both existing and new PLC-based control systems. These systems often include the design of new Operator graphic screens, interfaces to other control systems, and interfaces to external computing platforms.
• As a member of the Industrial Systems Automation team, this position includes assisting more senior engineers with preparing the project functional specification, project test specifications, developing PLC code, developing HMI graphics, executing a software Factory Acceptance Test, and performing on-site commissioning and start-up.
• Project work associated with this position will vary and may involve control system upgrades, control system expansions, and/or new control system deployments.
• Responsible for control system check-out, commissioning, and on-site start-up activities.
• Prepare project correspondence as needed.
• Maintain positive client relationships on projects assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Four or more years’ experience as an Industrial Automation Engineer or equivalent.
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science Engineering, Computer Technology, or related field from an ABET-accredited college or university preferred
• Minimum of four years of PLC/HMI programming, automation, electrical troubleshooting and start-up experience.
• Preference will be given to candidates with Allen-Bradley, Rockwell Automation, Siemens, and Aveva experience.
• Experience with motion control including coordinated motion, Variable Frequency Drive control systems, and servo drive control systems is a plus.
• Varied industrial background is a plus. Key industries include food, chemical, pharmaceutical, and manufacturing.
• Ability to develop high-quality, error-free industrial software programs in keeping with the defined project requirements.
• Ability to travel approximately 25%, both locally and overnight.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; stoop, kneel, crouch; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk, and hear.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• This employee may perform industrial field work which could include exposure to hazardous locations, inclement weather, moving mechanical parts, noise, ladders, uneven ground, and stairs.
• This employee may perform industrial field work which could include exposure to a wide range of known food allergens.

Physical and Mental Wellness and Work/Life Balance

Financial Wellness

Personal and Professional Growth

Recognition, Culture, and Other Perks

• Regular Employee Updates and Town Halls, Annual Engagement Surveys
• Employee Service Awards and Peer Recognition
• Strong Fundamentals (Core Values)
• Employee Referral Program/Bonus
• Casual Dress
• Discount Programs
• Community Involvement Committee
• Sports Teams and Clubs
• We offer market-competitive compensation for a Industrial Automation Engineer with a base range of $79,000 to $101,000 annually/hourly, and a total compensation package that includes profit sharing, ESOP participation, 401(k) matching, and overtime pay. Salaries are based on experience, skills, and qualifications.
• Matrix Technologies, Inc. is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity and maintain employment statistics on applicants.