Automation Engineer III

Job description

You’ve discovered something special. A company that cares. Cares about leading the way in construction, engineering, manufacturing and renewable energy. Cares about redefining how energy is designed, applied and consumed. Cares about thoughtfully growing to meet market demands. And ─ as “one of the Healthiest 100 Workplaces in America” ─ is focused on the mind/body/soul of team members through our Culture of Care . The Automation Engineer III is responsible for the software design and implementation, and support of automation and process control systems projects including new installations, modification s , and customer support. Activities are heavily focused on-site at customer facilities. This position is likely to involve mentoring and training of other team members. Additionally, this person may assist project managers with project scope definition and work planning. The ideal candidate must be proficient in the use of a PC and Microsoft Office Suite and must have experience with PLC program development, and HMI/SCADA development . All Automation Engineers will participate in an afterhours on-call rotation schedule. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education: Associate Degree in Automated Manufacturing, Electro Mechanical Technology, EET OR Experience: 8 years advanced PLC/HMI/SCADA programming and system startup experience. Valid state driver’s license and satisfactory driving record is required. Travel: 25-50% Work Schedule: This position works between the hours of 6 AM and 6 PM, Monday- Friday. Schedule may vary and can include, but is not limited to: nights, weekends, and holidays. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Methodically approaches the process startup. Demonstrates strong leadership skills. Able to work independently; assesses and troubleshoots service needs under stressful conditions. Works through more complicated systems and/or intermittent issues. Troubleshoots and solves issues that less senior Automation Engineers have struggled with. Works with team and provides direction to less senior Automation Engineers. Leads and provides input to team brainstorming activities to contribute to solutions or options. Thinks outside the box and is willing to share ideas. Open to ideas, but able to establish best option and path forward to team and customer. Works advanced level project assignments independently or with team. This includes working directly with team including, Systems Architects, Project Engineers, customers, and delegating work to other Automation Engineers. Quality checks other Automation Engineers’ work for accuracy, functionality, and completeness. Works independently, directly provides programming and commissioning support and “owns” the startup and project scope. Provides mentoring to less experienced Automation Engineers or conflict resolution assistance in the field. Provides quality control feedback to other Automation Engineers independently of project assignment. Supports and contributes to Code Streamlining effort and building code library. Supports “buy-in” from all other Programmers in Automation to use and build on to the Code Standards. Actively participates in continued education efforts Performs other related duties as required and assigned. The job description and responsibilities described are intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended as a comprehensive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills or abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time other than the TN1 Visa (Canadian). How Does FTI Give YOU the Chance to Thrive? If you’re energized by new challenges, FTI provides you with many opportunities. Joining FTI opens doors to redefine what’s possible for your future. Once you’re a team member, you’re supported and provided with the knowledge and resources to achieve your career goals with FTI. You’re officially in the driver’s seat of your career, and FTI’s career development and continued education programs give you opportunities to position yourself for success. FTI is a “merit to the core” organization. We recognize and reward top performers, offering competitive, merit-based compensation, career path development and a flexible and robust benefits package. Benefits are the Game-Changer We provide industry-leading benefits as an investment in the lives of team members and their families. You’re invited to review the full list of FTI benefits available to regular/full-time team members. Start here. Grow here. Succeed here. If you’re ready to learn more about your career with FTI, apply today! Faith Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer – veterans/disabled. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a background and drug test