Automation Engineer

ADP, Inc.; Aguadilla (PR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

ADP, Inc. in Aguadilla, PR seeks an Automation Engineer (PLC) to design, program, integrate and maintain automation systems for solar panel manufacturing, improving throughput and reliability.

You will develop PLC logic, configure HMIs/SCADA, and support start-up and commissioning of new equipment, working with maintenance and quality teams to optimize production and ensure safety.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in industrial automation/manufacturing.
• Strong PLC programming experience with Allen-Bradley/Rockwell.
• Experience with HMI/SCADA systems (FactoryTalk, WinCC, Ignition, etc.).
• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols.
• Ability to troubleshoot automation systems and control panels.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain PLC programs for automated manufacturing equipment.
• Configure and troubleshoot HMI/SCADA systems for production lines.
• Implement automation solutions to improve throughput, reliability, and efficiency.
• Support commissioning and start-up of new production equipment.
• Integrate PLCs with robotics, vision systems, sensors, and industrial devices.
• Manage communication protocols (Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Modbus, OPC-UA).
• Develop and maintain automation documentation and electrical drawings.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI/SCADA

Industrial networks

Troubleshooting

Automation engineering

Safety standards

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Allen-Bradley

FactoryTalk

Profinet

Modbus

OPC-UA

Job description

The Automation Engineer (PLC) will be responsible for the design, programming, integration, and maintenance of automation systems used in the manufacturing of solar panels. This role focuses on PLC programming, industrial automation, process optimization, and troubleshooting to ensure efficient, reliable, and safe production operations.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience with PLC systems, industrial networks, and automated manufacturing equipment, and will collaborate closely with manufacturing, maintenance, and quality teams to improve production performance.

Key Responsibilities

Automation & PLC Programming

• Design, develop, and maintain PLC programs for automated manufacturing equipment.
• Configure and troubleshoot HMI/SCADA systems for production lines.
• Implement automation solutions to improve throughput, reliability, and efficiency.
• Support commissioning and start-up of new production equipment.

Manufacturing Process Support

• Provide technical support for automated production lines in solar panel manufacturing.
• Diagnose and resolve automation and control system failures.
• Collaborate with maintenance teams to reduce equipment downtime.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives related to automation.

System Integration

• Integrate PLCs with robotics, vision systems, sensors, and industrial devices.
• Manage communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Modbus, OPC-UA.
• Support data integration between equipment and MES/SCADA systems.

Documentation & Standards

• Develop and maintain automation documentation, electrical drawings, and PLC logic descriptions.
• Ensure systems comply with safety and industry standards.
• Create standardized automation architectures and programming practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in industrial automation or manufacturing environments.
• Strong experience programming PLCs such as Allen-Bradley / Rockwell Automation.
• Experience with HMI/SCADA systems (FactoryTalk, WinCC, Ignition, etc.).
• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols.
• Ability to troubleshoot automation systems and control panels.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in solar panel, semiconductor, electronics, or high-volume manufacturing.
• Knowledge of robotics integration (Fanuc, ABB, KUKA, etc.).
• Experience with machine vision systems.
• Familiarity with MES systems and Industry 4.0 concepts.
• Experience with servo systems and motion control.