Automation Engineer - PLC/HMI, On-Site Startups & R&D Support

Energy Jobline ZR; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Vesuvius is seeking an Automation Engineer to design, program, commission, and support automation for flow control systems used in the steelmaking market.

The role splits time between in-office engineering and on-site commissioning, troubleshooting, and customer interaction. Strong PLC/HMI, CAD, and programming skills are required, with project management and documentation responsibilities.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical and/or Control Systems or equivalent
• Knowledge of PLC/HMI programming, electrical engineering

Responsibilities

• Plan automation/electrical projects and CCARs.
• On-site commissioning and testing of Vesuvius systems at customer facilities.
• Produce trip reports and project documentation for installations.
• Support R&D and provide technical customer assistance.

Skills

PLC Programming

HMI Programming

C/C++/VB programming

Industrial Networking

Documentation

Project Management

Troubleshooting

Education

BS in Electrical/Control Systems

Tools

CAD

MS Office

Database design

Job description

Vesuvius is seeking an Automation Engineer to design, program, commission, and support automation for flow control systems used in the steelmaking market.

The role splits time between in-office engineering and on-site commissioning, troubleshooting, and customer interaction. Strong PLC/HMI, CAD, and programming skills are required, with project management and documentation responsibilities.