Automation Design Engineer II - BR

Beier IS; Gray (LA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Beier IS is seeking an Automation Design Engineer to design automation and power systems aligned with customer specs and marine industry standards. The role emphasizes efficient, cost-effective designs and collaboration with procurement and production to ensure quality and accuracy.

Responsibilities include PLC/HMI programming, 3D modeling, drawing development, and providing technical support to service teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in system design or related roles.
• AutoCAD Certification is a plus, not required.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement moderately complex automation and power systems per customer specs and marine standards.
• Conduct PLC and HMI programming, system integration, and software testing.
• Collaborate with vendors to ensure equipment meets specifications.
• Develop, review, and modify project drawings and documentation.
• Provide technical support to service teams and assist in issue resolution.
• Produce detailed drawings to guide material purchasing and production.

Skills

AutoCAD

Inventor

PLC programming

HMI programming

Siemens TIA Portal

Beijer IX Developer

Electrical theory

Marine standards

Project management

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Certifications preferred (Siemens, AutoCAD)

AutoCAD Certification preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

Siemens TIA Portal

Beijer IX Developer

Job description

Description

Summary:

The Automation Design Engineer is responsible for designing automation and power systems in line with customer specifications and marine industry standards. This role requires efficient and cost-effective designs, collaboration with procurement and production teams, and a strong focus on quality and accuracy.

Essential Job Functions:

• Design and implement moderately complex systems under guidance (e.g., power management, propulsion, alarm/monitoring, steering systems) following all marine industry standards.
• Conduct PLC and HMI programming, system integration, and software testing.
• Collaborate with vendors to ensure equipment design meets specifications.
• Collaborate closely with procurement and production teams to ensure system quality and accuracy.
• Develop, review, and modify project drawings and documentation.
• Provide technical support to service teams and assist in issue resolution.
• Support project documentation (e.g., drawings, manuals, schematics).
• Produce detailed drawings to guide material purchasing, hardware production, and software development for each project.
• Troubleshoot issues and elevate complex problems.
• Develop 3D models to ensure hardware accuracy and facilitate procurement processes.
• Create and distribute comprehensive electrical schematics to the production team.
• Program software for automation systems tailored to specific project needs.

Requirements

Competencies:

• Proficiency in computer-aided design software, especially AutoCAD and Inventor.
• Proficiency with PLC and HMI programming software, especially Siemens TIA Portal and Beijer Electronics IX Developer.
• Strong understanding of electrical circuitry and electrical calculations.
• Familiarity with up-to-date electrical parts and materials necessary for system design.
• Advanced knowledge of marine shipbuilding standards.
• Competence in project management tools and methodologies.
• Ability to work independently and solve intermediate-level technical challenges.

Educational & Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering preferred; certifications preferred (e.g., Siemens, AutoCAD advanced).
• 3–5 years of experience in system design or related roles.
• AutoCAD Certification preferred, not required

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to move around within the office setting or travel to attend meetings, conferences, or other business-related events.
• Occasional field support.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds at times.
• Must be able to access various departments of a given location.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with team members, vendors, and other stakeholders, both in person and through digital communication platforms.