Automation Design Engineer - Electrical

PPC Partners Inc.; Town of Wrightstown (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

PPC Partners Inc. in Wisconsin seeks a Senior Engineer, Automation Design to design automated control systems, specify parts, draw schematics and panel layouts, and create installation packages for projects.

You will collaborate with Project Managers, Application Engineers, Automation Engineers, and field teams to ensure high-quality, on-time delivery. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in industrial automation, a Bachelor's in Engineering, and the ability to mentor others while supporting design

Qualifications

• Requires 5+ years in industrial automation and a Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• Ability to mentor colleagues and work independently within a team.
• Knowledge of control systems hardware, NEC/UL508A applicable practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide design engineering for projects, including parts specification, schematics, panel layouts, and installation packages.
• Follow Pieper Automation Way to ensure quality design and documentation.
• Support project estimating, cost controls, and timely project delivery.
• Troubleshoot technical problems and provide design engineering support across projects.
• Mentor team members and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Automation design

PLC programming

Electrical schematics

Team mentoring

UL 508A knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

ePlan

Job description

ROLE, FUNCTION & ORGANIZATION

The Senior Engineer, Automation Design is responsible for aspects of designing automated control systems. This includes specifying parts, drawing schematics and panel layouts, and creating installation packages for projects. This position applies engineering design principles, knowledge of control systems hardware, and installation practices to develop the required documentation necessary to deliver successful automation projects to internal and external customers. This position collaborates with Project Managers, Application Engineers, Automation Engineers, Panel shop and Field installation teams to ensure seamless project implementation, strict compliance with industry standards, and a strong focus on quality and customer satisfaction.

ROLE, FUNCTION & ORGANIZATION

The Senior Engineer, Automation Design is responsible for aspects of designing automated control systems. This includes specifying parts, drawing schematics and panel layouts, and creating installation packages for projects. This position applies engineering design principles, knowledge of control systems hardware, and installation practices to develop the required documentation necessary to deliver successful automation projects to internal and external customers. This position collaborates with Project Managers, Application Engineers, Automation Engineers, Panel shop and Field installation teams to ensure seamless project implementation, strict compliance with industry standards, and a strong focus on quality and customer satisfaction.

A highly skilled automation design engineer capable of completing design tasks efficiently with minimal supervision. Demonstrates the ability to independently solve problems, while offering solutions to both internal and external customers. Supports project estimating efforts for design needs. Assists in improving the quality and efficiency of the design engineering group, including mentoring colleagues. Actively develops leadership skills and pursues opportunities for growth in this capacity. Assists in improving the quality and efficiency of the team. Implements and guides others in the Pieper Automation Way, leading in the standards and practices that define the company's approach to automation design.

At PPC Partners we believe in the Power to Serve along with the Pursuit of Excellence. As such the following values guide our behaviors:

Safety -- Always, Servant's Heart -- Focus on Others, Wisdom -- Insightful, Integrity -- Honesty and Trustworthy, Courage -- Decisive and Confident, Humility -- Modest and Respectful, Passion -- Unfailing Dedication

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Provide design engineering for projects, collaborating with the Pieper team and customers. This includes specifying parts, drawing schematics and panel layouts, and creating installation packages for projects, and supporting installations.
• Follow best practices and the Pieper Automation Way to ensure quality design and project documentation.
• Demonstrate a pattern of success on projects with positive customer feedback leading to additional work opportunities.
• Work with Project Managers to track and manage project cost/performance, execute projects on time and within budget.
• Assist with reviewing project scopes, recommending technical solutions, and generating estimates.
• Provide design engineering support for all aspects of design and installation packages for projects.
• Troubleshoot and solve technical problems within areas of experience.
• Follow internal processes for time and cost management: forecasting, time entry, expense reports, maximizing billable work.

Responsibility 2: Use Technical Expertise for Branch initiatives -- "Working On the Business"

• Support EOS program by actively participating in L10s and completing meaningful quarterly rocks.
• Perform internal projects, focusing on Operational Excellence and continuous improvement.
• Develop and maintain standards and processes to streamline design practices -- the "Pieper Automation Way".
• Assist with Team development by mentoring, training others, creating training plans, vendor interface, etc.

Responsibility 3: Personal Development Activities

• Create an Employee Development Plan and meet with supervisor quarterly to review progress.
• Create and track progress of SMART goals focused on technical, personal and/or professional development.
• Plan and achieve target hours for Continuing Education.

Safety/Hazard Recognition & Elimination

• Pre-plan and identify the methods to eliminate hazards daily by work task.
• Execute skill in observing habits and hazards of others and bringing it to their attention.
• Uphold safety as the most important goal of our company. Support goal of achieving zero accidents.
• Promote and encourage open communication regarding all safety concerns, suggestions, improvements, and PPE needed.
• Obtain safety training as expected by all company personnel.

Qualifications And Requirements

• Uses general understanding of automation equipment including PLCs, Operator Interface Systems, or Instrumentation. Applies knowledge of AC/DC fundamentals to produce electrical circuit design in accordance with NEC and UL508A when applicable.
• 5+ years of experience in industrial automation, a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field, or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• This position requires a decisive, independent worker able to mentor others, work independently and collaboratively, and a passion for hands-on work. Must have a desire to work in a team-based environment and contribute immediately.

Knowledge, Skill And Abilities

Demonstrate knowledge of the following:

• Positive safety attitude and personal integrity -- both are non-negotiable.
• Communication skills and technical writing skills.
• Friendly, professional demeanor, ability to follow through on tasks and work independently.
• Work independently to meet deadlines and budgets, work on multiple jobs simultaneously, and fulfill all job requirements in a timely fashion.
• Understand Automation Design documents - Ability to read and comprehend automation equipment manuals and electrical schematics.
• Effectively utilize Engineering Design tools -- AutoCAD, ePlan, etc.
• Attention to detail in all aspects of design documentation.
• Perform field verification, construction support and project reviews.
• Understand wiring practices and electrical fieldwork.
• General automation product & terminology knowledge. (PLC, HMI, SCADA)
• Effectively utilize Microsoft products such as Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, CoPilot, etc.
• Interacting with customers and a drive for customer satisfaction.
• Be willing and capable of completing personal development plans for self. Demonstrate desire to learn and grow personally and professionally.

Demonstrate extensive knowledge of one or more of the following and general knowledge of the others:

• Effectively perform Engineering Design tasks -- circuit protection, conductor sizing, panel heat calculations, etc.
• Ability to read and comprehend product manuals.
• Ability to generate electrical schematics from project specification information.
• Ability to read process & instrument diagrams.
• Trained and certified in UL design standards.
• Familiarity with Motor Control Centers and motor controls knowledge.
• Familiarity with Machine Safety standards and safety controls hardware.
• Familiarity with Robotics systems.
• Familiarity with Machine Vision inspection systems.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Use of Artificial Intelligence tools

Physical Requirements

• Office environment requiring sitting and standing.
• Travel to various construction sites is essential, exposing employee to outdoor elements, noise and the need to stand and walk.
• Reliable transportation required.