Industrial Automation Engineer

Sync Automation; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Sync Automation is seeking an Automation Engineer to design, implement, and support automation systems for diverse industrial projects. You will program PLC/HMI, assist FAT/SAT, and perform fieldwork as needed.

The role involves troubleshooting, documentation, and collaboration with clients and vendors. Travel to sites is required, and in-person work is standard at our Baton Rouge-area locations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or related field required.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Willingness to travel and perform hands-on fieldwork.

Responsibilities

• Programming and configuring automation systems (e.g., PLC, HMI).
• Supporting FAT, SAT, and installations.
• Troubleshooting and resolving system issues.
• Collaborating with team members, clients, and vendors.
• Maintaining documentation and ensuring quality standards.
• Participating in travel-based site visits and hands-on implementation as needed.

Skills

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Willingness to travel

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

PLC programming

HMI programming

Automation platform

Job description

As a premier provider of industrial automation and engineering services, *SYNC Automation* specializes in DCS, PLC, SCADA, and industrial IoT, helping businesses optimize efficiency and navigate their digital transformation journey. We are a team of problem-solvers, innovators, and industry experts dedicated to tackling complex automation challenges creatively and precisely. At Sync Automation, we foster a culture of innovation, technical excellence, and problem-solving. If you're seeking an opportunity to apply your expertise, work with advanced technology, and contribute to impactful projects, we invite you to be part of our team. Join us in driving the future of industrial automation.

Automation Engineer

As an Automation Engineer, you'll play a vital role in designing, implementing, and supporting automation systems for a wide range of exciting industrial projects.

• Programming and configuring automation systems (e.g., PLC, HMI)
• Supporting Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and installations
• Troubleshooting and resolving system issues
• Collaborating with team members, clients, and vendors
• Maintaining documentation and ensuring quality standards
• Participating in travel-based site visits and hands-on implementation as needed

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
• Strong Analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Willingness to travel and perform hands-on fieldwork

Preferred Experience

• 2+ years' experience in automation or controls
• Proficiency in an automation platform
• Experience with client-facing

Interested?

We pride ourselves on having a simple but thorough interview process. This includes a phone interview with the recruiter, a virtual interview with the hiring manager, and an in-person interview with key individuals at one of our locations.

Here at *SYNC*, we're always on the lookout for top talent. If you enjoy a friendly work environment and the opportunity to learn new things every day, we think you'd like it here. Most importantly, at *SYNC*, our employees enjoy coming to work where they can solve new challenges.

Our benefits include training & development, medical benefits (health, dental and vision), 401k with match, profit sharing and paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sync Automation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person