Senior Automation Engineer Careers

pieperautomationcareers; Town of Wrightstown (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

Excellent benefits package

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Pieper Automation seeks a Senior Automation Engineer to lead automation projects, handle programming, and cultivate strong customer relationships. Travel 50-90% for system commissioning, working independently or as part of a project team.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in Engineering or related field with 10+ years in automation, and deep expertise in process control, Rockwell PlantPAx DCS, PLCs, and SCADA. Excellent communication and safety focus are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field required.
• 10+ years in the automation field preferred.
• Extensive experience with Rockwell PlantPAx and PLC/SCADA environments.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead automation projects from planning through commissioning.
• Perform project engineering, programming, and customer liaison.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, electricians, and vendors to ensure success.

Skills

Process Control

Rockwell PlantPAx DCS

Control system design

Machine safety

PLCs

SCADA/Operator Interfaces

Drive systems

Robotics

Vision systems

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Rockwell PlantPAx DCS

Industrial automation software

Job description

Position Overview:

As a Senior Automation Engineer at Pieper Automation, you will execute automation projects, ensuring they meet customer needs and requirements. This role involves project engineering, programming, and cultivating customer relationships to drive repeat business and growth. You will work independently or as part of a project team, travel 50-90% as needed for system commissioning, and communicate effectively with customers and various levels of personnel.

Key Responsibilities:

Engineering and Programming:

• Execute projects based on customer specifications and needs.
• Involved in project estimating, design reviews, programming, installation and commissioning support.

Technical Expertise:

• Specify control systems hardware and software per customer requirements.
• Solve problems independently and suggest solutions to internal and external customers.
• Demonstrate commitment to building technical skills through continuous education.
• Provide guidance and mentorship of others.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Interface and communicate effectively with various stakeholders including engineers, project managers, electricians, vendors, customers, and company leadership.

Customer Relationships:

• Ensure customer satisfaction through successful project execution and effective communication.
• Build and maintain relationships to foster repeat business and growth.

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience:

• 10+ years in the automation field.

Skills:

• Extensive experience in Process Control required, preferably with Rockwell PlantPAx Distributed Control Systems.
• Extensive knowledge and experience in control system design, machine safety, PLCs, SCADA/Operator Interfaces.
• Knowledge and experience in drive systems, robotics, and/or vision systems is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail, technical aptitude, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Capable of working independently or within a team environment.
• Excellent communication skills and customer service orientation.

Other Requirements:

• Positive attitude towards safety and personal integrity are essential.
• Ability to travel up 50-90% of the time.

Why Consider Pieper Automation?

Employee Ownership: Being part of an employee-owned company can offer unique benefits and a strong sense of community.
Benefits: Exceptional benefits package.
Career Growth: Opportunities for leadership and career advancement in a successful and expanding company.
Work Environment: Emphasis on work-life balance, training and development, fostering a collaborative team environment.
Company Culture: Based on living Core Values of Servant's Heart, Wisdom, Integrity, Courage, Humility, Passion and Hunger.

Pieper Automation is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Pieper Automation serves as a turnkey automation controls partner to companies that are in need of innovative solutions, strategies & support and is a full solution & services provider for industrial design and integration of machines and systems, including process development and improvement, new equipment design and machine enhancement to help our customers compete successfully in today's highly competitive global environment. We are a leader in providing complete Industrial automation solutions to manufacturers throughout North America. This includes small, mid-size and Fortune 100 companies in virtually every industry. We pride ourselves in our unique ability to provide control, mechanical and process engineering, along with custom assembly machine manufacturing and panel building, allowing us to deliver your solution seamlessly - from one supplier. This allows us to deliver the best value to your company through efficiencies in both cost and time management. With thousands of successfully completed projects in our portfolio, we provide an unprecedented breadth of expertise, service, and experience to meet all your needs.