Automation Engineer

Wesa Automation is a company that specializes in engineering, automation, and controls integration solutions across various industries. They are looking for a dedicated Automation Engineer to work on projects and service engagements, focusing on specifying automation components, designing PLC programs, and providing technical support for control systems.

Responsibilities

• Work primarily on projects and service engagements at clients located in and around Elgin & Surrounding areas
• Up to 30% domestic travel required
• Specify automation and electrical components and software to meet customer specifications, application requirements, and industrial standards
• Design and configure PLC programs to optimize performance or resolve complex controls issues
• Support commissioning and startup of control systems with ability to identify and resolve electrical, mechanical, and software issues
• Provide on-site and remote support for installed systems requiring technical service assistance, troubleshooting, and repairs
• Determine root cause of electrical, mechanical, and software failures and implement solutions to prevent recurrence
• Organize and maintain project files
• Work with project managers and engineering manager to schedule and prioritize tasks

Skills

• Experience in design and implementation of industrial control systems or control panels
• AS/BS in Engineering or Engineering Technology or demonstrated experience in industry
• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds; some lifting may be required from knee to shoulder height or other levels
• Ability to carry and transport up to 60 pounds for short distances (up to 20 feet)
• Role requires periods of standing and moving, including stretching, reaching, walking, stooping, pushing, and pulling
• Work may take place in varied environments that can be cold, hot, noisy, or wet, and may include exposure to odors or fumes
• Experience preferred in one or more of the following: Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Schneider, GE, Omron, Automation Direct, or other PLC
• Experience preferred in one or more of the following: Emerson DeltaV, Honeywell Experion, ABB 800xA, or other DCS
• Experience preferred in one or more of the following: FactoryTalk View, WinCC, Tatsoft, Ignition, iFix, Wonderware, or other HMI/SCADA
• Experience with AC drives, DC drives, motion control, robotics, machine vision, functional safety

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