Siemens S7-1500 Automation Engineer – Startup

Mary Rush Care Ltd

Little Rock (AR)

On-site

USD 55,104 - 82,656

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Thrive Project Resources is seeking multiple Automation Engineers to support our client’s industrial greenfield plant startup in Little Rock, AR. The role will focus on testing & commissioning Siemens S7-1500 PLC systems, HMI’s, and VFDs through equipment startup and ramp-up.

This hands-on role is ideal for professionals ready to bring Siemens S7-1500 and SINAMICS expertise to a major industrial buildout, working on Profinet/Industrial Ethernet networks and with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

BS in Electrical or Automation Engineering (or equivalent).
Proven expertise with Siemens S7-1500 PLCs, SIMATIC HMI UCPs, and SINAMICS G120 VFDs.
Experience with commissioning/start-up of projects with over 3,000 I/Os.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in commissioning environments.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced industrial startup environment.

Responsibilities

Commission, test, and debug automation systems using Siemens S7-1500 PLCs, SIMATIC HMI UCPs, and SINAMICS G120 VFDs via Profinet/Industrial Ethernet at the Welspun site.
Verify and calibrate HMI graphics and VFD parameters against equipment specifications during startup.
Collaborate with the controls and electrical teams to validate automation systems against process and equipment specifications.
Troubleshoot and resolve automation issues during commissioning and ramp-up.
Support network architecture and communications between PLCs, HMIs, and plant systems.
Document automation logic, configurations, commissioning changes and results for the project team.