Systems Engineer

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Raleigh, Northern (NC, KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Grantek seeks a highly skilled Systems Engineer to develop real-time automation solutions from plant floor to enterprise level. You will work with PLC/PAC programming, HMI design, SCADA, networking, and database components.

Join a team that values innovative problem-solving, knowledge sharing, and collaborative project delivery. Travel up to 30–50% within the USA may be required.

Qualifications

• Successful or upcoming completion of a B.Sc. in an engineering field or related technology degree.
• At least 5-7 years of working experience with the listed technologies.
• Meticulous, analytical, self-starting, and able to learn quickly.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; valid driver's license and ability to travel up to 30-50% within the USA.

Responsibilities

• Engineer and implement real-time automation controls and information solutions.
• Contribute to conceptual design and project lifecycle activities.
• System programming, debugging, and testing; create engineering documentation.
• Commission and deploy solutions at client sites, seeking improvements.
• Mentor colleagues and learn new technologies; stay challenged.

Skills

machine and process control

information solutions

database development

operational efficiency

mechatronics

Education

B.Sc. Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related Engineering Technology

Tools

SCADA platforms

Ethernet networking

Python

PI System / Historian

Databases

Microsoft Office

Job description

From concept to design to execution, be part of the team that gets everyday products to people.

Do you want to have an impact on creating products from today’s top brands? Does having a company care about your career today and into the future motivate you? Does an environment where your opinions matter excite you? Are you a natural born tinkerer? If so, you have found your next calling!!

Grantek is a recognized leading provider of integrated automation, smart manufacturing and industrial information solutions in the global marketplace. Our clients are some of the worlds most respected Fortune 100 companies and recognized consumer brands.

We offer an atmosphere where you can express your creative ideas and talents by working on a variety of projects and technologies. Using today’s leading edge technology, you will partner with clients to solve their most complex manufacturing and industrial information problems.

We are committed to providing a positive and healthy corporate culture, one that empowers employees, promotes knowledge-sharing, and encourages strong friendships and social connections amongst all team members. We are a team of dedicated Engineers and Designers with an average of 7 years’ tenure at Grantek. The vast majority of our employees have started off their careers at Grantek and have grown into successful senior team members who are integral to our client's manufacturing processes.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Systems Engineer, preferably with experience in food and beverage and life sciences industries.

As a key member of Grantek’s Engineering team, you will be developing real-time automation solutions from the manufacturing plant floor to the enterprise level, using a variety of programming, configuration, and design tools: PLC and PAC Programming, Operator Interface and HMI application design, SCADA design, Network design, Database design, Vision system design, and more.

Key-skills and interests: machine and process control, information solutions, database development, operational efficiency, mechatronics.

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Engineering and implementing real-time automation controls and information solutions.
• Conceptualizing during the design phase of the project life cycle.
• System programming, debugging, and testing.
• Creating documentation, including project engineering notes, project proposals, project design traceability documentation, case studies, and more.
• Commissioning new solutions at client sites; finding opportunities for improvements.
• Creating methodologies and complex problem-solving.
• Learning new technologies.
• Mentoring colleagues on your expertise and knowledge base.
• Having fun and being challenged.
  

Technologies Used

• SCADA Platforms: Rockwell / Allen-Bradley, Inductive Automation, Wonderware, GE, Siemens, etc.
• System Networking: Ethernet, Routing and Switching, EthernetIP, Profibus. Experience in DeviceNet, ControlNet, DH+, Remote IO, Modbus, etc is preferred but not necessary.
• Experience with Python, Historian (PI System), and databases is a plus
• Project Documentation: Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Successful or upcoming completion of B.Sc. Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related Engineering Technology degree.
• At least 5-7years ofworking experience with some or all the listed “Technologies Used”, in previous section.
• Meticulous, conscientious, analytical, focused, self-starter individual, who is a quick learner.
• Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Have full-time access to a personal vehicle.
• Willingness to travelup to30-50% within USA.

Additional Information

We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to provide Grantekians with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.

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