Industrial Automation Systems Engineer

Grantek; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Grantek is seeking a highly skilled Systems Engineer to design and implement real-time automation solutions from the factory floor to the enterprise level. You will work on PLC/PAC programming, HMI, SCADA, networking, databases, and vision systems, collaborating with engineers and clients.

The ideal candidate has a related engineering degree, strong problem-solving abilities, and clear communication. Willingness to travel 30–50% across PA, NJ, NY, DE, and MD is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or equivalent degree in a related field (e.g., Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related Engineering Technology).
• Academic or working experience with the listed technologies (PLC/PAC, HMI, SCADA, Networking, Databases, Vision).
• Strong analytical, communication, and self-starting abilities.
• Willingness to travel up to 30-50% across PA, NJ, NY, DE, MD.

Responsibilities

• Engineering and implementing real-time automation controls and information solutions.
• Conceptualizing during the design phase of the project life cycle.
• System programming, debugging, and testing.
• Creating project documentation and traceability.
• Commissioning new solutions at client sites and identifying improvements.
• Learning new technologies and mentoring colleagues.

Skills

machine and process control

information solutions

database development

operational efficiency

mechatronics

Education

B.Sc. in Computer Engineering/Mechatronics/Computer Science/Electrical Engineering or related Engineering Technology

Tools

Python

PI System

Microsoft Office

Databases

Job description

Grantek is seeking a highly skilled Systems Engineer to design and implement real-time automation solutions from the factory floor to the enterprise level. You will work on PLC/PAC programming, HMI, SCADA, networking, databases, and vision systems, collaborating with engineers and clients.

The ideal candidate has a related engineering degree, strong problem-solving abilities, and clear communication. Willingness to travel 30–50% across PA, NJ, NY, DE, and MD is required.