Senior Systems Engineer – Real-Time Automation & SCADA

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Grantek is seeking a Systems Engineer to design and implement real-time automation solutions from the plant floor to the enterprise level for manufacturing clients in eastern Pennsylvania and the surrounding region.

You will work with PLC/PAC programming, HMI/SCADA, network design, and database development, while mentoring colleagues and documenting progress. Travel up to 30-50% to PA, NJ, NY, DE, and MD is required, and you will join a team of engineers with deep industry experience.

Qualifications

• Completion of B.Sc. in an engineering or related field (or near completion).
• Experience with SCADA, PLC/PAC programming, HMI design, and database concepts.
• Strong analytical, communication, and self-starting qualities.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle.
• Willingness to travel 30–50% across PA/NJ/NY/DE/MD.
• Based in eastern PA with reporting to Allentown office.

Responsibilities

• Engineering and implementing real-time automation controls and information solutions.
• Conceptualizing during design phases of projects.
• System programming, debugging, and testing.
• Creating project documentation and design traceability.
• Commissioning solutions at client sites and identifying improvements.
• Learning new technologies and mentoring colleagues.
• Maintaining a collaborative, fun, and challenging work environment.

Skills

Machine & process control

Information solutions

Database development

Operational efficiency

Mechatronics

Education

B.Sc. Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, CS, EE or related

Tools

SCADA platforms

Networking protocols

Python

PI System

Microsoft Office

Job description

Grantek is seeking a Systems Engineer to design and implement real-time automation solutions from the plant floor to the enterprise level for manufacturing clients in eastern Pennsylvania and the surrounding region.

You will work with PLC/PAC programming, HMI/SCADA, network design, and database development, while mentoring colleagues and documenting progress. Travel up to 30-50% to PA, NJ, NY, DE, and MD is required, and you will join a team of engineers with deep industry experience.