Automation Engineer L1

Tenova Advanced Technologies; Coraopolis (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible schedule

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Referral program

Vision insurance

Remote work

Company Gym

Job summary

Tenova Advanced Technologies seeks a Professional to join its Automation Department, offering work in an international, challenging environment within the Metals industry. You will design PLC/HMI solutions, specify hardware/software, and lead software development from design through commissioning.

Responsibilities include translating contracts into functional specs, interfacing with clients and suppliers, and delivering robust control system software and installations at customer sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience.
• Understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic and motor controls.
• Programming experience: PLCs - Siemens S7, Rockwell ControlLogix, GE; HMIs - Wonderware, Interacty X, RSView, WinCC.
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively with individuals at all levels within and outside of the organization.
• Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Software design for PLCs and HMIs for controlling high tech industrial equipment.
• Develop functional design specification for control system based upon the contract technical specification.
• Develop and execute an efficient software program based on the functional description.
• Interact with client and third party suppliers, as well as other internal departments.
• Prepare equipment purchase specifications for all computer hardware and software required for the control system.
• Develop, customize and test the control system software prior to delivery to customer.
• Install and implement the control system at customer site.
• Solid problem-solving skills and is proficient with Electrical and Controls troubleshooting techniques and tools.
• Assist the project manager with technical expertise that may be required throughout the project.
• Coordinate with other engineers, designers and departments to ensure integrated design.
• Travel up to 20%

Skills

Analytical thinking

Time management

Problem solving

Prioritization under pressure

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Siemens S7 PLC

Rockwell ControlLogix PLC

GE PLC

Wonderware HMIs

Interacty X HMIs

RSView HMIs

WinCC HMIs

Job description

We are looking for a Professional willing to join our Automation Department of Tenova Inc., with a motivation to work within an international and challenging environment. The Automation Department of Tenova Inc. supports the metals industry with a broad scope of services including process control and automation systems.

Activities will include electrical/instrumentation design/specification as well as process control software development. A key component of the work will be to apply advanced process control methods to industrial systems. This position will be involved in the full project life-cycle: sales support, design, implementation and commissioning.

You Will Carry On The Following Activities

• Software design for PLCs and HMIs for controlling high tech industrial equipment
• Develop functional design specification for control system based upon the as-sold contract technical specification.
• Develop and execute an efficient software program based on the functional description
• Interact with client and third party suppliers, as well as other internal departments.
• Prepare equipment purchase specifications for all computer hardware and software required for the control system.
• Develop, customize and test the control system software prior to delivery to customer
• Install and implement the control system at customer site.
• Solid problem-solving skills and is proficient with Electrical and Controls troubleshooting techniques and tools.
• Assist the project manager with technical expertise that may be required throughout the project.
• Coordinate with other engineers, designers and departments to ensure integrated design.
• Travel up to 20%

Required Profile

• Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience
• An understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic and motor controls
• Programming experience:
• PLCs: Siemens S7, Rockwell ControlLogix, GE
• HMIs:Wonderware, Interacty X, RSView, WinCC
• Must be able to interact and communicate effectively with individuals at all levels within and outside of the organization.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Proven analytical, evaluative and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated time management skills necessary to simultaneously manage multiple projects.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Preferred Skills Or Experience

• Experience in SAP
• Experience working for an engineering company
• Work experience involving material handling applications, combustion applications and advanced process control techniques is desirable.
• Experience directly related to the steel industry is a plus.

Job Type

Full-time

Salary

$80,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Vision insurance
• Remote work
• Company Gym

Schedule

• 8 hour shift

Ability To Commute/relocate

• Pittsburgh, PA 15108
• Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience

• Engineering: 2 years (Required)

Work Location

In person

Workplace

Coraopolis, PA 15108

At all times, employees shall follow properly authorized procedures and reasonable instructions; participate in maintaining safe working conditions; practice, promote and uphold the principle of fair and equitable access to personal development and training; and assist in the prevention of workplace harassment and discrimination.

Required to perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned.