Automation Controls Engineer

George E. Booth Co.; Romeoville (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401K matching

Health/Dental/Vision

Job summary

GeorgeE. Booth Co., Inc, a family-owned automation supplier in the Greater Chicagoland area, seeks an Automation Controls Engineer for full-time work on site. You will design, program, and troubleshoot Rockwell PLC-based control systems, perform FAT/SAT, and collaborate on control architectures.

SCADA/HMI configuration and client support are part of the role. You must have a degree in electrical/computer engineering or 4+ years of relevant experience, strong problem-solving, excellent

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or 4+ years industry experience.
• Solid PLC programming concepts with Rockwell software (RSLogix, Studio 5000, CCW).
• FAT/SAT procedures familiarity and SCADA/HMI design experience preferred.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills; travel up to 60% as needed.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, and troubleshoot PLC-based control systems using Rockwell software.
• Perform FAT and SAT according to company standards.
• Collaborate with project teams on control system architectures and specs.
• Develop and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts.
• Assist in SCADA system design/configuration including FactoryTalk, Ignition, ICONICS.
• Provide technical support to clients and resolve automation issues.
• Participate in on-site commissioning, startup, and training activities.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in automation.

Skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Communication

Willingness to mentor

Travel up to 60%

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering

Tools

RSLogix/Studio 5000/CCW

FactoryTalk

Ignition

ICONICS

Job description

GeorgeE. Booth Co., Inc is a family-owned and operated industrial automation salescompany looking to hire their next full-time Automation Controls Engineer. Visit our website: www.gebooth.com to learn more about our family owned and operated company.

Weare seeking a highly motivated Automation Controls Engineer to join our dynamicteam. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing andmaintaining automation systems, with a focus on Rockwell automationprogramming. This position offers an exciting opportunity for professionalgrowth and development in a collaborative and supportive environment. Target area is Greater Chicagoland.

AutomationControls Engineer Responsibilities:

• Design, program, and troubleshootPLC-based control systems using Rockwell Automation software (Allen-Bradley) includingRS Logix, Studio Logix and Connected Components Workbench
• Perform Factory AcceptanceTesting (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) in accordance with companystandards
• Collaborate with project teams todevelop control system architectures and specifications
• Develop and maintain electricalschematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts
• Assist in SCADA (SupervisoryControl and Data Acquisition) system design and configuration as needed includingFactoryTalk, Ignition, and ICONICS platforms
• Provide technical support toclients and resolve any issues related to automation systems
• Participate in on-sitecommissioning, start-up, and training activities
• Stay updated on industry trends,emerging technologies, and best practices in automation and control systems
• Perform troubleshooting ofcontrols systems, network systems, SCADA systems, and other site specificproblems
• Willingness to train lessexperienced engineers

Requirementsfor the Automation Controls Engineer:

• Bachelor’s degree in ElectricalEngineering, Computer Engineering, or related field, or 4+ years industryexperience
• Solid understanding of PLCprogramming concepts and experience with Rockwell Automation software (RSLogix,Studio 5000, CCW)
• Familiarity with FactoryAcceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) procedures
• Some experience in SCADA and HMIdesign and configuration is preferred
• Strong problem-solving skills andability to troubleshoot complex automation systems
• Possess familiarity and abilityto troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems
• Excellent communication andinterpersonal skills
• Willingness to travel to clientsites as needed (up to 60% travel locally with occasional overnight stays)
• Ability to work independently andas part of a team
• Commitment to continuous learningand professional development

Benefits:

Full benefits package including PTO, matching 401K and health dental and vision starting on day one.