Automation Engineer

Applied Test Systems (ATS); Butler (Butler County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A machinery manufacturing company is seeking an Automation Engineer to develop new product control systems and improve existing designs. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of experience in PLC, HMI, and LabVIEW programming. This full-time position is located in Butler County, PA and offers competitive medical and vision insurance benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years relevant experience; 5 to 8 years preferred.
• Strong understanding of software development best practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop PLC, HMI, and LabVIEW programs for machine control.
• Specify drives, PLCs, HMIs, and control equipment.
• Ensure compliance with engineering and safety standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in programs and systems.
• Support production efforts and resolve design and assembly issues.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI programming

LabVIEW

C++

problem-solving

designing User Interfaces

temperature control systems

knowledge of electrical codes

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Applied Test Systems (ATS) provided pay range

This range is provided by Applied Test Systems (ATS). Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$85,000.00/yr - $105,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

• Annual Bonus
• Direct message the job poster from Applied Test Systems (ATS)

Location

Location: Butler, PA (Candidates must reside within an hour commute)

Position Overview

Position Overview: We are seeking a motivated and skilled individual to fill the role of Automation Engineer. This position involves the development of new product control systems, continuous improvement of current designs, and troubleshooting of existing systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop PLC, HMI and LabVIEW programs for machine control and data collection.
• Specify drives, PLCs, HMIs, electrical control equipment, and panel components.
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards, accepted practices, and safety standards.
• Troubleshoot, identify, and resolve issues in programs and systems, applying strong problem-solving skills.
• Support field service technicians with startup troubleshooting.
• Provide support for production efforts and resolve design and assembly issues as needed.
• Expertise in machine control software engineering, machine automation, and product/prototype testing.
• Proficiency in machine control code development using multiple languages: LabVIEW, IEC-1131, and C++.
• Strong understanding of industry best practices and processes in software development, including version control, technical writing, and documentation.
• Experience in designing and programming PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and Serial/Ethernet interfaces.
• Experience designing and developing User Interfaces (UIs) and Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs).
• Knowledge of electrical codes and standards, ensuring compliance with engineering and customer requirements.
• Familiarity with temperature control systems, such as PID tuning for process heating systems.
• Experience with LabVIEW real-time or other embedded software development.
• Experience with motion controllers and drives
• Experience in MODBUS TCP/Serial communications and integrating lower-order control systems with higher-order CPU-based systems.

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with coursework in programming.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; 5 to 8 years preferred.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Machinery Manufacturing

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)

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