Automation Engineer
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Job Location:
Rosharon, TX - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
3 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Summary
Technology Automation Engineers design develop document test and commission automation systems while balancing development cost product quality safety and timelines. This role operates in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and requires close collaboration with mechanical electrical software and IT teams to solve cross-disciplinary automation challenges.
Automation Engineers focus on automating equipment manufacturing processes and business workflows through the effective use of sensors actuators control software robotics and IT infrastructure.
Areas of Technical Expertise
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Manufacturing Engineering
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Mechatronics Engineering
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Software and Control Systems Engineering
Key Responsibilities
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Provide technical support troubleshooting and root cause analysis to maintain manufacturing production continuity
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Design and develop intuitive human-machine interfaces (HMIs)
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Develop database applications for tracking downtime performance and operational metrics
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Program and debug PLC logic using ladder logic and structured text
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Maintain and configure industrial Ethernet networks for automation devices such as robots PLCs VFDs and hydraulic presses
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Program and debug industrial robotic systems
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Manage and support automation projects involving cross-functional teams including manufacturing sustaining and IT
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Support maintenance and production teams in the operation and upkeep of automated equipment
General Skills & Work Environment
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Ability to walk and stand for extended periods in a manufacturing environment that may be loud and not climate controlled
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Strong sense of urgency with the ability to respond quickly to operational issues
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High level of initiative and adaptability
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Willingness to learn and apply new technologies
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Ability to work effectively under pressure
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Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on root cause analysis
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Excellent written verbal and interpersonal communication skills
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Ability to work independently or collaboratively within a team
Qualifications
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Bachelors degree or higher in Mechanical Electrical Mechatronics Software Engineering or a related field
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Minimum of 3 years of relevant industry experience for senior-level consideration
Preferred Experience
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PLC systems and programming (Allen-Bradley Siemens Beckhoff)
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Robotic systems (Fanuc KUKA ABB)
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Reading and interpreting electrical hydraulic and pneumatic schematics
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Human-Machine Interface development
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Proficiency in at least one general-purpose programming language (e.g. Python C C JavaScript C# Java)
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General understanding of web technologies including APIs databases and servers
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Experience working independently in a large-scale software or automation environment
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Demonstrated technical mentoring and technical documentation skills
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Knowledge of industry automation standards
Key Skills
- Continuous Integration
- APIs
- Automotive software
- Test Cases
- Electrical Engineering
- Junit
- Distributed Control Systems
- Testng
- Java
- Test Automation
- Programmable Logic Controllers
- Selenium
