SENIOR AUTOMATION ENGINEER / SYSTEMS INTEGRATOR

Perc Engineering Co., Inc.; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Perc Engineering Co., Inc. in Lafayette, LA seeks a Sr. Automation Engineer / Systems Integrator to design, program, and support PLC, HMI, DCS, and SCADA on industrial facilities.

You will develop control narratives, SOWs, I/O lists, and instrument indexes; lead field startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting while interfacing with clients and internal teams.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in industrial automation design or programming.
• Experience with PLC platforms (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar).
• Experience creating HMI/SCADA applications and DCS familiarity.
• Ability to read P&ID and related engineering documentation.
• Strong troubleshooting and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, test, and commission PLC, HMI, DCS, and SCADA systems.
• Develop control system architecture and detailed design documentation.
• Integrate and troubleshoot VFDs and motor control systems.
• Create SOWs, Control Narratives, FD specs, and I/O lists.
• Interpret P&IDs and control narratives for project execution.
• Support field installation, startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting.
• Develop and maintain project documentation packages.
• Interface with clients, vendors, and internal teams.

Skills

PLC Programming

SCADA/HMI

DCS knowledge

P&ID interpretation

Field support

Project coordination

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree (technical/engineering)

Tools

Allen-Bradley

Siemens

Job description

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.

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

Minimum Required

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