Automation Engineer

Cognify Global; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus

Project ownership

Exposure to cutting-edge automation

Job summary

A leading systems integration firm in Houston is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer to design, program, and commission PLC and DCS systems. You’ll work on high-impact projects within the Oil & Gas and Renewable Energy sectors. This role requires strong experience in Rockwell Automation and Emerson DeltaV, with a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 5-10+ years of experience in control system integration or industrial automation.
• Proven track record in programming, commissioning, and troubleshooting complex systems.
• Knowledge of ISA, IEC, and NFPA standards.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, and commission PLC, DCS, and HMI/SCADA systems for critical process and safety applications.
• Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), simulation, and on-site startup/commissioning.
• Collaborate closely with clients, panel shops, and field teams.

Skills

PLC programming

Control system integration

Rockwell Automation / Allen-Bradley Logix

Emerson DeltaV

Ignition HMI

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or related Engineering discipline

Job description

Pay Range

This range is provided by Cognify Global. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

120,000.00/yr – 160,000.00/yr

Join a growing systems integrator that delivers end-to-end automation and control solutions across the Oil & Gas, LNG, Renewable Energy, and Industrial sectors.

We’re looking for a Senior Automation Engineer who’s as comfortable behind a PLC program as they are leading commissioning in the field.

What You’ll Do

• Design, program, and commission PLC, DCS, and HMI/SCADA systems for critical process and safety applications
• Work with Allen-Bradley, Emerson DeltaV, and Ignition platforms (experience in two or more is a big plus)
• Configure and optimize HMIs, operator workstations, and historian systems
• Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), simulation, and on‑site startup/commissioning
• Collaborate closely with clients, panel shops, and field teams to deliver quality, safe, and reliable automation systems

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or related Engineering discipline
• 5-10+ years of experience in control system integration or industrial automation
• Strong skills in Rockwell Automation / Allen-Bradley Logix, Emerson DeltaV, and/or Ignition HMI
• Knowledge of ISA, IEC, and NFPA standards
• Proven track record in programming, commissioning, and troubleshooting complex systems
• Excellent communication, documentation, and leadership skills

Why It’s a Great Move

✅ Hands‑on technical work with real project ownership

✅ Exposure to cutting‑edge automation across multiple industries

✅ Competitive salary + bonus + growth within a respected integration firm

If you’re a senior-level automation engineer ready to take on challenging, high‑impact projects — we’d love to hear from you.

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Engineering Services, Oil and Gas, and Electric Power Generation

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