SENIOR AUTOMATION ENGINEER / SYSTEMS INTEGRATOR

PERC-eng; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

PERC-eng in Lafayette, LA is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer / Systems Integrator to support instrumentation and control projects across industrial facilities. You will design, program, document, integrate, and provide field support for PLC, HMI, DCS, and SCADA systems.

Travel up to 25% may be required. Ideal candidates have 7+ years in industrial automation, experience with SOWs and Control Narratives, and the ability to read P&IDs and related docs.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in industrial automation design or programming.
• Experience reading P&IDs and related engineering docs.
• Ability to develop SOWs and Control Narratives.
• Experience in HMI/SCADA development.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, test, and commission PLC, HMI, DCS, and SCADA systems.
• Develop control system architecture and design documentation.
• Integrate and troubleshoot VFDs and motor control systems.
• Create SOWs, Control Narratives, and Functional Design Specifications.
• Support field installation, startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting.

Skills

Industrial automation

PLC programming

HMI/SCADA

DCS systems

P&ID interpretation

Control Narratives

Documentation

Team & independence

Field support

Education

Bachelor's or Associate degree in engineering

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

Siemens PLC

Job description

SENIOR AUTOMATION ENGINEER / SYSTEMS INTEGRATOR

We are seeking an experienced Sr. Automation Engineer / Systems Integrator based in Lafayette, LA to support instrumentation, automation, and control system projects across industrial facilities. This is a hands-on role responsible for the design, programming, documentation, integration, and field support of PLC, HMI, DCS, SCADA systems.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 7 years of experience in industrial automation and demonstrated ability to develop technical documentation including Scope of Work (SOW) documents and Control Narratives, as well as read and interpret P&IDs, Cause & Effect charts, I&E drawings, and VFD documentation. This role requires both strong technical depth and documentation skills, with the ability to work independently while supporting multiple projects and clients.

Essential Functions

• Design, program, test, and commission PLC, HMI, DCS, and SCADA systems.
• Develop control system architecture and detailed design documentation.
• Integrate and troubleshoot Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and motor control systems.
• Create and develop:
  • Scope of Work (SOW) documents
  • Control Narratives
  • Functional Design Specifications
  • I/O lists and instrument indexes
  • Cause & Effect matrices
• Interpret and work from P&IDs, control narratives, I&E plans, and VFD documentation.
• Support field installation, startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting activities.
• Specify process instrumentation and recommend control system hardware solutions.
• Develop and maintain complete project documentation packages.
• Troubleshoot existing systems and provide technical support to operations and maintenance personnel.
• Maintain detailed job logs and provide regular progress updates to project managers and leadership.
• Manage workload across multiple projects while meeting deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Interface directly with clients, vendors, and internal engineering teams.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum 7+ years of experience in industrial automation design and/or programming.
• Strong experience with PLC platforms (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar).
• Experience developing HMI and/or SCADA applications.
• Working knowledge of DCS systems.
• Proven ability to develop Scope of Work documents and Control Narratives.
• Strong ability to read and interpret P&IDs and related engineering documentation.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Able to stand, kneel, and walk for extended periods.
• Duties performed indoors and outdoors with exposure to weather and elements.
• Must pass background check and pre-employment/random drug testing.

*Experience may include a combination of work experience and education

• List if any travel is required using percentage of time:
  • Willing and able to travel up to 25%, including overnight travel to customer locations as business needs dictate.
• Must be Able to Work for any US Employer.

Education

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree (technical/engineering discipline preferred); equivalent relevant experience will be considered.

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