Automation Project Engineer: PLC & Controls Lead

Mirion Technologies; Meriden (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Mirion Technologies in Meriden, CT seeks an engineer to execute varied projects in automation and controls. You will plan, design, analyze and maintain electro-mechanical systems, with emphasis on PLCs and electrical controls.

The role requires applying standard techniques, coordinating with drafting staff, and supporting DOE-site installations as needed. A technical engineering degree and strong problem-solving skills are expected.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of related engineering standards, techniques and criteria.
• Good communication skills including the ability to comprehend and convey detailed technical data.
• Ability to develop and maintain good interpersonal relationships.
• Good problem identification and problem resolution skills.
• Good ability to assess quoted project costs, and design accordingly.
• Experience with automation controls including PLCs and related hardware.

Responsibilities

• Strong PLC (Emerson Machine Edition) and Electrical Controls experience, with demonstrated abilities to design and lead custom electro-mechanical projects.
• Strong ability to organize project activities to ensure schedules are met and budgets respected.
• Knowledge of advanced automation controls, with ability to adapt new technologies to meet system demands.
• Knowledge of various communication control protocols, such as MODBUS, PROFINET, TCPIP.
• Ability to pass security checks to gain access to DOE Sites as needed for installations and issue resolutions.
• Performs routine and non-routine engineering assignments typically in areas of design, development, analysis, evaluation, testing, preparation of specifications, execution of field tasks and resolution of field problems.
• Ability to lead small projects, ensuring designs, costs, and delivery meets the project requirements.
• Solves a range of straightforward problems, analyzes solutions and assesses each using standard procedures.
• Receives assistance and instructions on unusual or more complex features and possible solutions, as needed.
• Ensures compliance with government, organization and customer engineering standards.
• Independently evaluates, selects and applies standard technical techniques, procedures, and criteria using judgment in making minor adaptations and modifications.
• Works on special projects, as directed.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Project organization

Interpersonal skills

Education

Technical degree in engineering

Tools

ELPLC Emerson Machine Edition

Electrical Controls

MODBUS / PROFINET / TCPIP

Genie 2000 / NDA2000

Automation controls knowledge

Job description

Mirion Technologies in Meriden, CT seeks an engineer to execute varied projects in automation and controls. You will plan, design, analyze and maintain electro-mechanical systems, with emphasis on PLCs and electrical controls.

The role requires applying standard techniques, coordinating with drafting staff, and supporting DOE-site installations as needed. A technical engineering degree and strong problem-solving skills are expected.