Automation Engineer - Controls and Information Group

Magnum Systems Inc.; Evansville, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Magnum Systems Inc. in Evansville, IN is seeking an entry-level Automation Engineer who will develop foundational skills while supporting the delivery of industrial control and information systems.

You will perform design tasks, assist in site installation and commissioning, and gain exposure to sensors, motor controls, and networking equipment while collaborating with project teams.

This role offers hands-on experience and opportunities to grow within a manufacturing automation environment.

Qualifications

• Engineering or Technology B.S. degree in Electrical, Electronics, Computer, Manufacturing or related field.
• Basic experience with electrical, computer, and electronic equipment.
• Basic knowledge of instrumentation, sensors, motor controls, and relay theory.
• Awareness of project implementation and quality management practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform defined design and development tasks for industrial control and data applications under guidance.
• Develop project technical documentation as directed.
• Participate on site installation and commissioning teams.
• Provide field service and site engineering support as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

Learning ability

Problem solving

Travel flexibility

Education

B.S. in Electrical/ Electronics/ Computer/ Manufacturing

Tools

Control systems exposure

Job description

Overview

An Automation Engineer is an entry-level engineering professional who develops foundational skills while supporting the delivery and deployment of industrial control and information systems through project engineering and automation technical services.

Responsibilities & Activities

Project Delivery

• Perform defined design and development tasks for industrial control and data applications under guidance.
• Develop project technical documentation as directed.
• Participate on site installation and commissioning teams.
• Provide field service and site engineering support as assigned.

Quality

• Develop applications in accordance with established best practices and system safety conventions.
• Execute test protocols and document results.
• Participate in design reviews and deliverable approvals.
• Work within assigned budgets, schedules, and scope.

Development & Collaboration

• Seek guidance, communicate progress, and incorporate feedback.
• Build familiarity with ECS project methods, tools, and standards. Develop

Knowledge & Experience

• Exposure to control and information systems used in manufacturing.
• Basic experience with electrical, computer, and electronic equipment.
• Elementary knowledge of instrumentation, sensors, motor controls, and relay theory.
• Basic understanding of industrial controllers, computers, and networking equipment.
• Awareness of project implementation and quality management practices.

Key Competencies, Skills & Abilities

• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Ability to learn technology and contribute to practical team solutions.
• Ability to prioritize assigned work and collaborate effectively.
• Demonstrated initiative in building knowledge and skills.
• Travel as requested for commissioning, field service, and other site engineering activities.

Education & Qualifications

• Engineering or Technology B.S. degree in Electrical, Electronics, Computer, Manufacturing or a related technical field; equivalent education and relevant experience may be considered.

Magnum Systems' policy is to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category.