Automation & Controls Engineer — Travel-Ready in Food Processing

Jobtailor

Colorado

On-site

USD 90,000 - 140,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Jobtailor in Colorado is seeking an experienced Electrical Automation Engineer to create, design, and manage machine control and safety systems for food processing equipment. You will design PLC/PCB hardware and software, motor and pneumatic controls, vision systems, interlocks, cabling, and networking, while creating schematics and compiled code.

You will develop automation processes for high-yield production, collaborate with mechanical engineering on new products, and standardize PLC/HMI

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
Willingness to travel up to 15%
5+ years of programming PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, VFDs, and SQL
Food Processing experience is a plus
Detail-oriented, analytical, and computer literate with proven leadership skills
Knowledge and understanding of construction, manufacturing, and installation practices/techniques
Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions, drawings, and blueprints
Ability to write technical instructions and present information effectively
MS Office proficiency and good problem-solving skills
Valid driver’s license and passport for international travel

Responsibilities

Create, design, and manage changes to machine control and safety systems for food processing equipment
Design PLC/PCB hardware and software, motor controls, pneumatic controls, vision systems, cabling, interlock devices, wiring, and networking components
Create and maintain schematics and compiled code
Design automation processes for high-yield, high-quality food production
Develop concepts to improve machinery and processes
Travel domestically and internationally for service calls and customer support
Assist with equipment start-ups and commissioning
Review automation design packages and assist with budgeting and planning
Collaborate with mechanical engineering on new product development
Provide consultation on process controls and automation issues to stakeholders
Design systems to collect machinery and process data for analysis
Follow safety procedures and perform other assigned duties and projects