Automation Engineer II

JC Automation; Juncos (PR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

JC Automation Corp. (JCA) seeks an Automation Engineer to integrate, program, troubleshoot and support automated manufacturing equipment and control systems.

The role ensures equipment connects to the plant network and that PLC, HMI, and vision systems run reliably according to manufacturing requirements. Focus areas include equipment integration, controls programming, system troubleshooting, networking, and automation reliability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Controls, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• Experience with PLC and HMI programming and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of industrial communication networks and equipment integration.
• Experience with Rockwell Automation control platforms.
• Understanding of automated manufacturing equipment and control systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read electrical drawings, control schematics, and technical documentation.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Integrate manufacturing equipment into plant automation and network systems
• Program, configure, and troubleshoot PLC and HMI systems
• Support vision systems and machine inspection applications
• Troubleshoot automation, communication, and controls-related issues
• Support equipment commissioning, startup, and qualification activities
• Maintain automation documentation, backups, and control system configurations
• Coordinate with Manufacturing, Engineering, IT/OT, and equipment vendors
• Support system changes, upgrades, and continuous improvement initiatives

Skills

PLC programming

HMI programming

Troubleshooting

System integration

Electrical schematics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering / Automation / Controls / Computer Engineering

Tools

Rockwell Automation

Cognex vision systems

Systech serialization/inspection

Industrial Ethernet / OT networks

Job description

JC Automation Corp. (JCA) was founded in 1997 with the mission of filling a gap between technology and regulatory requirements in the life science manufacturing industry. The company offers highly capable resources at an affordable cost to build solutions and execute projects in: Automation, Control Systems Integration, Information Technology, System Integration and Regulatory Compliance.

JCA is a HUBZone Certified Small Business Firm, NMSDC Certified Minority Business Enterprise, and Certified Critical Industry Supplier. It’s mission is to add value by delivering quality services & solutions on time all the time by transforming processes & technology into business advantages.

About Company

JC Automation Corp. (JCA) was founded in 1997 with the mission of filling a gap between technology and regulatory requirements in the life science manufacturing industry. The company offers highly capable resources at an affordable cost to build solutions and execute projects in: Automation, Control Systems Integration, Information Technology, System Integration and Regulatory Compliance.

JCA is a HUBZone Certified Small Business Firm, NMSDC Certified Minority Business Enterprise, and Certified Critical Industry Supplier. It’s mission is to add value by delivering quality services & solutions on time all the time by transforming processes & technology into business advantages.

Position Summary

An Automation Engineer is responsible for the integration, programming, troubleshooting, and support of automated manufacturing equipment and control systems. Ensures equipment is properly connected to the plant network and that PLC, HMI, and vision systems operate reliably and in accordance with manufacturing requirements.

Focus: Equipment integration, controls programming, system troubleshooting, network connectivity, and automation reliability.

Responsibilities

• Integrate manufacturing equipment into plant automation and network systems
• Program, configure, and troubleshoot PLC and HMI systems
• Support vision systems and machine inspection applications
• Troubleshoot automation, communication, and controls-related issues
• Support equipment commissioning, startup, and qualification activities
• Maintain automation documentation, backups, and control system configurations
• Coordinate with Manufacturing, Engineering, IT/OT, and equipment vendors
• Support system changes, upgrades, and continuous improvement initiatives

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Controls, Computer Engineering, or related field
• Experience with PLC and HMI programming and troubleshooting
• Knowledge of industrial communication networks and equipment integration
• Experience with Rockwell Automation control platforms
• Understanding of automated manufacturing equipment and control systems
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to read electrical drawings, control schematics, and technical documentation
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with RA (Rockwell Automation) PLC/HMI platforms
• Experience with RA (Rockwell Automation) PLC/HMI platforms
• Experience with Cognex vision systems
• Experience with Systech serialization or inspection systems
• Knowledge of additional PLC platforms is a plus
• Experience in regulated manufacturing industries
• Knowledge of GMP and computerized system requirements
• Experience with industrial Ethernet, network architecture, and OT systems
• Experience supporting commissioning, qualification, or validation activities