Automation Engineer

Agropur Cooperative; United States; On-site; USD 84,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Agropur Cooperative is seeking an Automation Engineer to lead plant-wide automation and controls projects in Luxemburg, WI. The role involves programming HMIs/PLCs, interfacing with field devices, and developing new control panels.

You will troubleshoot networks, ensure NFPA 70E compliance, and mentor technicians. The position requires a technical degree with 3+ years in manufacturing, PLC/HMI and drive programming knowledge, and CAD software experience.

Qualifications

• Associate or Technical School Degree in Electrical Engineering or Automation preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.
• Minimum three (3) years of experience in a manufacturing environment required.

Responsibilities

• Program plant-wide automation and controls systems and lead related projects.
• Troubleshoot and maintain HMIs; modify graphics; manage alarms, trends, and backups.
• Interface with field instruments (Ethernet/IP, IO, VFDs, sensors).
• Design and modify control panels including power distribution and safety devices.
• Ensure compliance with NFPA 70E electrical standards.
• Troubleshoot and maintain Ethernet networks and IP networking basics.
• Develop PLC and HMI programs; write new programs for PLCs and HMIs.
• Program VFDs, sensors, networks, and chart recorders; manage projects and training.

Skills

PLC/HMI programming

Drive programming

Education

Associate or Technical School Degree in Electrical Engineering or Automation

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Equivalent combination of education/experience

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Company Culture

Job Type: Regular People are at the heart of our success. Our culture encourages collaboration, transparency, and accountability in order to generate value and achieve sustainable results. Being part of the team means committing to an environment where everyone’s impact truly matters. At Agropur, each role aims to generate value and have a tangible impact on collective performance.

Salary & Working Hours

Salary range 005: $84,200 - $105,200 (Salary will be determined based on skills, education, training & experience related to the position.)

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• Short and Long-term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with 7% company contributions
• 3 weeks Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Advancement Opportunities

Job Title & Location

We are looking for a Automation Engineer in Luxemburg, WI.

Job Responsibilities

• The Automation Engineer is responsible for the plant-wide programming of automation and controls systems along with facilitating projects, assisting with troubleshooting, training technicians, and implementing new policies and procedures.
• Responsible for all aspects of HMI's including modifying existing graphics, creating new graphics based on an existing library of blocks, alarms, trends, backing up and restoring HMI projects, maintaining and troubleshooting industrial PC's and touchscreens.
• Configure and interface with many different types of field instruments with both Ethernet/IP and hardwired IO including VFDs, level sensors, flow meters, chart recorders, photo eye's, temperature sensors, etc.
• Modify existing control panels and design new control panels as needed including AC and DC power distribution, fuses, breakers, terminal blocks, power supplies, etc.
• Must be able to conform to all appropriate electrical standards including NFPA 70E.
• Troubleshoot and maintain Ethernet networks as needed.
• Must have at least a basic understanding of IP addresses, netmasks, gateways, DNS, switches, routers, and cat5(e) wiring.
• Troubleshoot and maintain various communication networks, DH+, ControlNet, DeviceNet, IO Link, etc.
• Assist with problem solving to keep the plant running.
• Troubleshoot and modify existing PLC and HMI programs.
• Write new programs for PLCs, and HMIs.
• Program VFDs, sensors, networks, chart recorders, and miscellaneous devices.
• Manage and implement projects as assigned.
• Train and develop team members.
• Maintain process-related computers and systems.
• Help with systems/structure for maintaining equipment and department documentation.
• Help production with efficiencies, throughput, safety, and quality.
• Work with management on new ideas or policies from concept to implementation.

Qualifications

• Associate or Technical School Degree in Electrical Engineering or Automation preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and/or experienced may be considered.
• Minimum three (3) years of experience in a manufacturing environment required.
• Dairy and project management experience preferred.
• PLC/HMI and Drive programming knowledge required.
• Experience using CAD software required.

Equal Opportunity & Diversity

Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins.

We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants.

We will work with candidates who request accommodation.

Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.

Compliance

Agropur is an E-Verify Employer (US Operations).

Company Information

Agropur uses artificial intelligence technology to assist our recruiters in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position. In this text, the use of the masculine gender to designate persons is intended only to lighten the text.