Automation Engineer

Baker Group; Clarksville (AR); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Group is seeking an Automation Engineer in Ankeny, IA to provide start-up, checkout and programming for Building Automation and Control Systems. You will work with design and operation engineers, oversee technicians, and lead projects from commissioning to handover.

The role requires 4–7 years in automation and an associated degree or equivalent experience. Strong PLC/DDC programming, networking, and graphics creation are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Four to seven years of automation-related field experience.
• Associate degree in electronics, technology, or automation or equivalent on‑the‑job experience.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with design/operation engineers, purchasers and staff.
• Start-up and programming of PLC/DDC controllers and sensors.
• Interpret SOO and apply to program logic.
• Read/write ladder logic, structured text, and function block programming.
• Mentor and oversee Automation Technicians I and II.
• Lead medium to large projects and coordinate QA/QC checks.
• Configure networking (IP, subnet, MAC) and debugging of control systems.
• Create graphics, dashboards and supervision graphics for automation systems.

Skills

Automation experience

Project leadership

Team mentoring

SOO interpretation

Control systems knowledge

Networking

Education

Associate degree in Electronic/Technology/Automation

Tools

Allen-Bradley RSLogix 500

RSLogix 5000 / Studio5000

Modicon

Wonderware

FactoryTalk View

EcoStruxure

Tridium Niagara

Job description

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Automation Engineer

Full Time Technician Ankeny, IA, US

11 days ago Requisition ID: 1428

PURPOSE

Provide technical start-up, checkout and programming for Building Automation and Control Systems. Maintain and grow the “Client for Life” concept for existing and new customers. Performs related work as required.

Candidates applying through the Little Rock, Fort Smith, or Fayetteville, Arkansas postings should be aware that the position's physical work location is in Clarksville, Arkansas.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work collaboratively with design engineers, operation engineers, and purchasers and other internal staff
• Start-up of Microprocessor based control components including PLC and DDC controllers, sensors, actuators, transducers, and associated components
• Understand construction schedules and manage QA/QC checklists and commissioning logs
• Ability to interpret Sequence of Operations (SOO) and apply to program logic
• Ability to read and write code ladder logic, structured text, and function block programming
• Mentor, training, and oversee Automation Technician I and IIs
• Ability to lead medium to large size projects
• Point-to-point checkout of wiring and components for proper grounding, polarity, communication and power
• Set up and calibration of input and output devices such as temperature sensors, pressure transducers, etc.
• Uploading, downloading, and modification of control software and programs
• Perform networking functions such as setting up IP addresses, subnet masks, MAC addresses and instance numbers
• Create and troubleshoot automation networks and communication protocols.
• Identify and troubleshoot complex Automation HVAC and Electrical systems including but not limited to psychometrics, refrigeration, building pressure controls, life safety systems, EPMS, process controls, steam heating, humidification and de-humidification, and central heating and cooling systems.
• Map control points into supervisory controller and add alarms and history extensions to supervisory controller points
• Map control points into graphical front end and link points to graphics
• Create Automation System graphics and dashboards

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Four (4) to Seven (7) years of Automation related field experience
• Associate degree in Electronic, Technology, or Automation related field or equivalent on the job experience

MENTAL AND PHYSICAL COMPETENCIES REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Ability to perform all necessary duties unsupervised
• Knowledge of common Windows Office applications
• Knowledge of Microsoft SQL or other database applications preferred but not required
• Knowledge of Ethernet and serial network communication protocols and hardware configurations
• Understanding of basic process controls (i.e. PID control loops, motor control, commissioning of digital and analog measurement devices)
• Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to communicate effectively, both orally and written
• Ability to take direction and full fill commitments
• Value and support company mission and culture
• Display honesty, integrity, sound reasoning, good judgment/values, and lead by example, all while maintaining strong internal and external relationships at all levels
• Understanding of construction site safety and display a high awareness of your surroundings
• Effectively prioritize and balance the “big picture” and immediate responsibilities
• Ability to listen effectively, value the opinions of others and acknowledge contributions of others
• Ability to communicate and work well with others specifically but not limited to our electrical team members and project management staff at all levels
• Effectively train, mentor, and delegate work tasks to lower-level Automation Technicians
• Ability to effectively work with your project team members to resolve issues promptly

ENVIRONMENTAL ADAPTABILITY

At any given time, may be exposed to:

• Typical construction site and/or industrial site risks and environment

EQUIPMENT/TOOLS

• Magnehelic
• RS-485 and RS-232 Serial Adapters
• Hand tools/Light power tools
• Product Manufacturer Software
• PLC Software (Allen-Bradley RSLogix 500, StudioLogix5000, or Modicon)
• HMI Software (Wonderware or FactoryTalk View)
• DDC Software (Schneider Electric Eco Struxure, Alerton Compass, or Tridium Niagara)
• Ladders and Lifts
• Computer systems: Windows, Linux, Command Line

Baker Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Baker Group will consider reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the Employer.