JOB SUMMARY:

We are seeking an experienced Automation Engineer III to join our team. This role involves working on multiple projects with complex assignments that require innovative and original solutions. The Automation Engineer III will play a key role in project planning, execution, oversight of junior engineers, and contributing expertise in automation and control systems. This position requires extensive knowledge of industry codes and standards, as well as advanced programming and troubleshooting capabilities.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

• Education:
• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) from an accredited university in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.
• Experience:
• 6+ year of engineering and design experience in a related field/industry
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) License preferred
• Technical Skills & Knowledge:
• In-depth knowledge of industry codes and standards, including:
• 49 CFR 195 – All Subparts

• Work on multiple projects, handling complex assignments that require innovative problem-solving.
• Assist in creating project scopes, schedules, and budgets and execute project plans accordingly.
• Review the work of junior technical staff and provide guidance on best practices.
• Manage projects independently, including reporting on project status to management.
• Exercise judgement in determining work methods and project direction with minimal supervision.
• Apply expertise in hazardous area classification and design of control panels in both classified and unclassified areas.
• Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) in at least one area within the company.
• Create and manage estimates and schedules for assigned engineering and design tasks.
• Review and provide detailed feedback on engineering drawings and reports created by junior engineers.
• Guide the design team to ensure designs are functional, economical, maintainable, and constructible.
• Master level PLC programmer:
• Power User of at least four PLC programming software packages (two must be RSlogix5000 & GE Proficy Machine Edition)
• Able to create or modify PLC programs based on functional specification with additional no support
• Master level HMI programmer:
• Knowledgeable of at least four HMI programming software packages (two of which must be an HMI/SCADA packages)
• Able to create or modify HMI programs based on functional specification with additional no support
• Develop and modify PLC and HMI programs without additional support.
• Lead commissioning and system cutovers with minimal assistance, demonstrating strong troubleshooting skills.
• Read and interpret civil, mechanical, and electrical drawings to support automation system design and troubleshooting.
• Provide on-site and remote support for automation systems in various industries, particularly in oil and gas facilities.