Our client is seeking an experienced Automation & Smart Factory Engineer to support advanced manufacturing operations through the design implementation and commissioning of industrial control and automation systems. This role plays a key part in modernizing plant operations through digitalization smart factory initiatives and advanced process automation.
The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience delivering automation projects from concept through startup and has a strong background in PLC/DCS systems industrial networking and automated manufacturing technologies.
Key Responsibilities
Design configure and implement industrial control systems using PLC and DCS platforms
Develop and deploy Smart Factory and digitalization solutions using plant process data to drive operational decisions
Design and implement automated packaging filling and material handling systems
Support automated warehousing and logistics system integration
Develop and implement recipe control systems for automated manufacturing processes
Lead automation projects from initial scoping through commissioning and hand-off to operations
Manage vendors contractors and system integrators during equipment installation and startup
Participate in commissioning validation and startup of automated production systems (IQ/OQ)
Ensure compliance with safety regulatory and cybersecurity standards
Support OT (Operational Technology) networks and industrial cybersecurity initiatives
Requirements
Required Qualifications
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
Proven experience executing automation or digitalization projects from inception through completion including:
Basic and detailed engineering
Vendor selection and equipment procurement
Installation and contractor oversight
Commissioning startup and turnover to operations
Hands-on experience with PLC and/or DCS control systems such as:
Experience with industrial communication protocols including:
Modbus TCP/IP
Ethernet/IP
Profibus
HART
Foundation Fieldbus
Working knowledge of OT networking and cybersecurity concepts
Experience with automation system commissioning and validation (IQ/OQ)
Ability to support automation safety strategies including:
Interlocks and emergency stops
Independent protection layers
Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS)
Risk assessments (HAZOP/LOPA SIL concepts preferred)
Willingness to travel (1020%) and relocate to the site location as required (Relocation Assistance Available)
Preferred Qualifications
Experience implementing Smart Factory or Industry 4.0 initiatives
Background in automated packaging filling or material handling systems
Experience integrating process data into operational decision-making systems
Exposure to advanced automation or innovative manufacturing technologies
Experience working in regulated or highly automated manufacturing environments
Benefits
Comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage starting day one
401(k) with company match
Paid time off holidays and volunteer time
Parental leave and family support programs
Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs
Performance-based growth and advancement opportunities
Required Skills:
Allen-Bradley Siemens Honeywell Emerson DeltaV Foxboro PCS-7 or similar platforms Modbus TCP/IP Ethernet/IP Profibus HART Foundation Fieldbus
Required Education:
Bachelors degree in Related Field
Our client is seeking an experienced Automation & Smart Factory Engineer to support advanced manufacturing operations through the design implementation and commissioning of industrial control and automation systems. This role plays a key part in modernizing plant operations through digitalization sm...
Our client is seeking an experienced Automation & Smart Factory Engineer to support advanced manufacturing operations through the design implementation and commissioning of industrial control and automation systems. This role plays a key part in modernizing plant operations through digitalization smart factory initiatives and advanced process automation.
The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience delivering automation projects from concept through startup and has a strong background in PLC/DCS systems industrial networking and automated manufacturing technologies.
Key Responsibilities
Design configure and implement industrial control systems using PLC and DCS platforms
Develop and deploy Smart Factory and digitalization solutions using plant process data to drive operational decisions
Design and implement automated packaging filling and material handling systems
Support automated warehousing and logistics system integration
Develop and implement recipe control systems for automated manufacturing processes
Lead automation projects from initial scoping through commissioning and hand-off to operations
Manage vendors contractors and system integrators during equipment installation and startup
Participate in commissioning validation and startup of automated production systems (IQ/OQ)
Ensure compliance with safety regulatory and cybersecurity standards
Support OT (Operational Technology) networks and industrial cybersecurity initiatives
Requirements
Required Qualifications
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
Proven experience executing automation or digitalization projects from inception through completion including:
Basic and detailed engineering
Vendor selection and equipment procurement
Installation and contractor oversight
Commissioning startup and turnover to operations
Hands-on experience with PLC and/or DCS control systems such as:
Experience with industrial communication protocols including:
Modbus TCP/IP
Ethernet/IP
Profibus
HART
Foundation Fieldbus
Working knowledge of OT networking and cybersecurity concepts
Experience with automation system commissioning and validation (IQ/OQ)
Ability to support automation safety strategies including:
Interlocks and emergency stops
Independent protection layers
Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS)
Risk assessments (HAZOP/LOPA SIL concepts preferred)
Willingness to travel (1020%) and relocate to the site location as required (Relocation Assistance Available)
Preferred Qualifications
Experience implementing Smart Factory or Industry 4.0 initiatives
Background in automated packaging filling or material handling systems
Experience integrating process data into operational decision-making systems
Exposure to advanced automation or innovative manufacturing technologies
Experience working in regulated or highly automated manufacturing environments
Benefits
Comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage starting day one
401(k) with company match
Paid time off holidays and volunteer time
Parental leave and family support programs
Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs
Performance-based growth and advancement opportunities
Required Skills:
Allen-Bradley Siemens Honeywell Emerson DeltaV Foxboro PCS-7 or similar platforms Modbus TCP/IP Ethernet/IP Profibus HART Foundation Fieldbus
Required Education:
Bachelors degree in Related Field
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