Automation Engineer

Cognify Global; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Cognify Global in Cincinnati is seeking an experienced PLC / HMI Automation Engineer to join our growing engineering team. This role focuses on PLC programming, HMI development and industrial automation across diverse projects from initial design to commissioning.

The successful candidate will collaborate with electrical, mechanical and software teams to deliver reliable automation solutions for varied industrial applications, while documenting work and supporting installation and commissioning

Qualifications

• Experience as a Controls, Automation or PLC Engineer.
• Strong experience with PLC programming and HMI systems.
• Knowledge of industrial automation and control systems.
• Experience fault-finding electrical and control systems.
• Ability to read and understand electrical/control schematics.
• Experience with commissioning and testing automated machinery or industrial systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop, program and modify PLC control systems.
• Design and develop HMI/SCADA applications.
• Diagnose and resolve PLC, HMI and control system faults.
• Develop control system software in line with project specifications.
• Assist with electrical and control system design where required.
• Carry out system testing, commissioning and troubleshooting.
• Support the installation and integration of automated equipment.
• Work closely with customers, suppliers and internal engineering teams.
• Produce and maintain technical documentation, software backups and project records.
• Provide technical support throughout the project lifecycle.
• Participate in site commissioning and customer visits when required.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI development

Industrial automation

Control system fault-finding

Schematic reading

Commissioning and testing

Documentation and reporting

Independent work & teamwork

Tools

Omron

WinCC

FactoryTalk

Ignition

SCADA systems

OPC / Ethernet/IP / Profinet / Profibus

VSDs/VFDs

Robotics

Job description

We are currently seeking an experienced PLC / HMI Automation Engineer to join our growing engineering team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer with a strong background in PLC programming, HMI development and industrial automation to work on a variety of exciting projects, from initial design and development through to commissioning and ongoing support.

The successful candidate will work closely with electrical, mechanical and software engineering teams to develop reliable and efficient automation solutions for a range of industrial applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, program and modify PLC control systems.
• Design and develop HMI/SCADA applications.
• Diagnose and resolve PLC, HMI and control system faults.
• Develop control system software in line with project specifications.
• Assist with electrical and control system design where required.
• Carry out system testing, commissioning and troubleshooting.
• Support the installation and integration of automated equipment.
• Work closely with customers, suppliers and internal engineering teams.
• Produce and maintain technical documentation, software backups and project records.
• Provide technical support throughout the project lifecycle.
• Participate in site commissioning and customer visits when required.

Key Skills & Experience

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience working as a Controls, Automation or PLC Engineer.
• Strong experience with PLC programming.
• Experience developing and configuring HMI systems.
• Knowledge of industrial automation and control systems.
• Experience fault-finding electrical and control systems.
• Ability to read and understand electrical/control schematics.
• Experience with commissioning and testing automated machinery or industrial systems.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a wider engineering team.

PLC / HMI Experience

Experience with one or more of the following would be advantageous:

• Omron
• WinCC
• FactoryTalk
• Ignition
• SCADA systems
• Variable Speed Drives (VSDs/VFDs)
• Industrial networks and communications
• Motion control / servo systems
• Robotics
• Safety systems
• OPC / Ethernet/IP / Profinet / Profibus
• Experience within manufacturing, process, automotive, packaging or other industrial environments