Senior Automation & Controls Engineer: PLC/SCADA Lead

RWDC Industries

Athens (GA)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

RWDC Industries is seeking an Automation and Controls Engineer to lead design, development and commissioning of advanced automation systems for a new plant operation in Athens, Georgia. The role requires strong leadership, extensive PLC/HMI/SCADA experience, and deep knowledge of industry standards to ensure safe, reliable production of biodegradable materials.

The engineer will design, program, test, and integrate controls across equipment, coordinate with vendors, manage budgets and schedules,

Qualifications

BSEE, BSCS or related engineering degree.
10+ years in industrial automation and controls.
Design/drafting tools AutoCAD, Plant 3D and SolidWorks.
Extensive experience with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) e.g. Allen-Bradley, Beckhoff, Siemens.
Experience with configuring and designing HMI systems.
Knowledge of ISO, ISA, UL and CE standards.
Expert with motion controllers/ actuators.
Leadership in design, development and troubleshooting control systems.
Experience with process industries and multiple vendor solutions.
Experience with various SCADA systems.

Responsibilities

Lead design, development and commissioning of controls systems for new plant operation.
Design software programs and troubleshoot automation on process equipment.
Manage project scope, cost, quality and schedule; prepare progress reports.
Lead engineering design reviews as requested by Leadership.
Lead R&D activities for integration and testing of components.
Maintain quality and safety standards in all work performed.
Perform other duties as assigned.