Automation & Controls Engineer
On-siteBoise, Idaho, United States
Job Summary
Design, develop, and implement industrial automation and control systems independently or as part of a project team. Program PLCs, HMIs, and related automation software to meet customer and production requirements while testing, troubleshooting, and modifying existing systems. Develop logic diagrams, flowcharts, and technical documentation; read and interpret P&IDs, electrical schematics, and equipment manuals. Support system startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting at customer facilities. Provide technical support and recommend system improvements when needed. Requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering and experience with Siemens TIA Portal, PCS 7, and PROFIBUS. Competitive base salary with a generous performance bonus, 50% employer-paid medical, and four weeks of paid vacation.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline (or equivalent experience)
- Experience with Siemens TIA Portal and Siemens PCS 7
- Working knowledge of PROFIBUS communications
- Understanding of industrial Ethernet/IP-based networks
- Strong mechanical aptitude with experience using electrical testing equipment, including digital multimeters
- Experience designing HMIs using WinCC, FactoryTalk View, or Wonderware
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with project teams
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with EPLAN or AutoCAD
- Experience commissioning VFDs
- Control panel design and build experience
- Experience creating or modifying P&IDs
- Experience with Moore APACS control systems
- Allen-Bradley PLC and HMI programming experience
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