Automation Engineer

baxterwoodman; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

401k with advisors

Employee stock ownership plan

Job summary

Concentric Integration is seeking an Automation Engineer in Peoria, IL to design, program, install, and commission water/wastewater control systems. You will work on instrumentation, control panels, SCADA/DCS, and IT infrastructure, with on-site start-up and 24/7 on-call support.

Require 5+ years in electrical/controls engineering, strong Allen-Bradley Logix/SCADA experience, and ABET-accredited degree. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years designing, programming, installing, and startup of controls systems.
• 3+ years programming PanelView or similar panels.
• 5+ years’ experience with fieldwork including wiring and startup.
• 5+ years’ experience with SCADA software development.
• Strong networking/computer skills and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Conceptual design, solutions, and product specifications per end-user requirements.
• In-house PLC/OIT/HMI programming and testing.
• Onsite implementation for municipal clients and start-up/testing.
• On-call support 24/7 with rotating schedule.
• Lift up to 50 pounds as needed.

Skills

Allen-Bradley Logix PLCs

SCADA software

Fieldwork

HMI/SCADA programming

Electrical/Controls design

Strong communication

Troubleshooting

Self-development

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Tools

FactoryTalk View SE

Ignition

Wonderware

VTScada

iFix

PanelView

Job description

Automation Engineer

Concentric Integration, a subsidiary of Baxter & Woodman, Inc. Choose your location: Peoria, IL

About the role

Concentric Integration provides full-service automation of water/wastewater systems (including design, implementation, and support). We strive to advocate for our clients and form long‑lasting partnerships based on trust. Concentric provides tailored solutions to meet the specific needs of each of our clients. We pride ourselves on providing our clients with depth of expertise unrivaled in the industry.

The Automation Engineer will provide design, fabrication, programming, installation, commissioning/testing, and support of primarily water/wastewater control systems. These systems typically include process instrumentation, control panels, motor controls, power monitoring, PLCs, OITs/HMIs, SCADA/DCS systems, industrial networking, IT infrastructure, radio/cellular telemetry, reporting, and data collection.

Day‑to‑day Responsibilities

• Provide conceptual design, solutions, and product specifications per end‑user requirements.
• Provide in‑house PLC/OIT/HMI programming and testing.
• Provide onsite work for municipal clients including instrumentation configuration, installation assistance, and control system and process start‑up/testing.
• When skill level is at a level of competence to allow for independent work assignments, the Automation Engineer will be expected to be "on‑call" 24/7 to troubleshoot instrumentation and control system issues. The staff rotates on‑call duties weekly between employees. < 15‑minute initial (phone) response time to outages when on‑call is expected unless prior arrangements have been made (vacation, time off, etc.).
• Occasionally lift items up to 50 pounds without assistance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience as an Electrical/Controls Engineer performing design, programming, installation, and startup tasks.
  • 5+ years’ experience programming Allen‑Bradley Logix platform PLC's.
  • 5+ years’ experience with fieldwork (panel wiring, startup, and emergency support/troubleshooting).
  • 5+ years’ experience with SCADA software development (FactoryTalk View SE, Ignition, Wonderware, VTSCADA, or iFix).
  • 3+ years’ experience programming Allen‑Bradley PanelView or other manufacturer touch screens.
• Strong networking/computer skills, literacy, and proficiency are expected.
• Must possess excellent oral, written, and digital communication skills.
• Must be able to easily interact with other staff and assist in communications with clients, customers, engineers, and contractors.
• Must possess effective organizational skills for productive tasks and time management that results in effective and efficient work.
• Must regularly undertake self‑development (learning) activities to stay technically sharp.
• Must provide own transportation (reimbursable) to drive a vehicle to other locations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant Engineering or Technology degree from an ABET‑accredited program.
• Advanced computer and/or networking skills are a significant plus.

Compensation

The pay range for this role is $100,000 to $120,000. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, and certifications.

Benefits

We prioritize the holistic well‑being of our employees through a comprehensive range of benefits. Our healthcare offerings include medical, dental, and vision plans, Employee Assistance Program, and dedicated benefit advisors. Financial well‑being is enhanced through our financial planning program, life and disability insurance, tax savings plans, and coverage for accidents and cancer. We offer generous paid time off, paid holidays, parental leave, and flexible work arrangements, including the option to work from home and/or work a flexible schedule. Additionally, we offer 401k plans with expert financial advisors, and an Employee Stock Ownership program.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Concentric Integration is an equal opportunity - Vet/Disability employer.