Automation Engineer

Innovate; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Innovate is seeking an experienced automation professional to join their engineering team in Louisiana, Iowa. The role involves designing and developing advanced PLC, HMI, SCADA, and DCS systems, ensuring high-quality industrial control solutions.

Candidates should have a strong background in industrial automation and relevant tools like AutoCAD Electrical and EPLAN. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial automation, PLCs, DDC, or control systems engineering.
• Strong knowledge of AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or similar platforms.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Designing and developing PLC, HMI, SCADA, and DCS systems.
• Creating control drawings, sequences of operation, and technical documentation.
• Collaborating with project managers, engineers, and field teams.

Skills

Industrial automation

PLCs

Control systems engineering

AutoCAD Electrical

Communication

Tools

EPLAN

Job description

An exciting opportunity for an experienced automation professional to join a growing engineering team focused on delivering high-quality industrial control solutions across a range of projects.

Key responsibilities include:

• Designing and developing PLC, HMI, SCADA, and DCS systems
• Creating control drawings, sequences of operation, and technical documentation
• Collaborating with project managers, engineers, and field teams
• Supporting commissioning, project delivery, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Assisting with client support, proposals, and technical solutions

What we’re looking for:

• Experience in industrial automation, PLCs, DDC, or control systems engineering
• Strong knowledge of AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or similar platforms
• Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on engineering, process improvement, and delivering innovative automation solutions.