Entry Level Automation Engineer

Champion Technology Services, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Champion Technology Services, Inc. is seeking an Automation Engineer I based in Houston, Texas. This entry-level position involves designing and developing automation systems, troubleshooting technical problems, and contributing to project execution.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and demonstrated interests in programming. Strong communication skills are crucial, and availability for travel is required. Join us to contribute to quality project delivery and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated interest and ability in computer programming or similar technical systems.
• Ability to solve problems logically and efficiently.
• Fluent in verbal and written English.

Responsibilities

• Entry level design and development of automation systems within a team.
• Tests, troubleshoots and provides solutions to technical problems.
• Contributes to project design, development, testing, installation, and commissioning.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Technical Systems Knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Job description

Position Overview

The Automation Engineer I ensures successful completion of both company and client objectives at the project level. The primary focus of the Automation Engineer I is to contribute to quality design, development, installation and fulfillment of processes and systems utilized for project execution.

Primary Job Functions

• Entry level design and development of automation systems within a team.
• Tests, troubleshoots and provides solutions to technical problems.
• Contributes to project design, development, testing, installation, commissioning, project closure and inspections/reporting.
• Participates in the following project tasks:
  • Project Kickoff
  • System Design / Procurement
  • Programming / Configuration
  • FAT
  • SAT / Commissioning
  • Close-out Documentation
• Contributes to overall compliance and quality of projects.
• Manages time and expenses within allotted project budget.
• Provides project level consultancy and client service.
• Strong communication skills, especially during sensitive situations.

Secondary Job Functions

• Maintains awareness of future opportunities at client facilities and informs management.

Key Competencies

• Leadership
• Builds rapport, mentors and manages effective teams and work groups. Strong decision making skills, situational awareness and ability to perform under pressure.
• Understands others and demonstrates cognitive and behavioral flexibility. (Emotional Intelligence)
• Demonstrates and fosters maturity in judgment, ethics and integrity.
• Functional
• Business/Financial acumen.
• High level of conflict resolution skills and the willingness to make difficult decisions specific to technology or resource needs.
• Possesses an appreciation of business demands (schedule, scope, budget and client requirements).
• Ability to analyze and evaluate work processes, work flow and budgets to maintain successful project delivery.
• Demonstrates effective organizational, time management and planning skills.
• Foundational
• Demonstrates flexibility/adaptability in changing and challenging situations.
• Demonstrates a passion for the business and its success
• Clear and concise verbal and written communication.
• Demonstrates a focus on c service and attention to detail.
• Demonstrates a commitment to continuous personal, peer and process improvement.
• Fosters positive energy, creativity and teamwork across all departments/locations with the goal of furthering the company values and to support the company mission.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering.
• Demonstrated interest and ability in computer programming or other similar technical systems.
• Ability to solve problems logically and efficiently.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Reliable personal transportation with valid liability insurance.
• Fluent in verbal and written English.
• Available for after-hour, weekend and holidays.
• Available for overnight and extended travel.
• Ability to bend, stoop, crawl, walk and push, pull or lift 50+lbs for an extended period.