Automation Project Engineer/manager

Due to continued growth, we are seeking multiple Automation Project Engineers of varying levels of experience to join our team. These positions are responsible for the needs analysis, design, development, implementation, management, and troubleshooting of automation and process controls design projects. You will focus on designing to overall project budgets for both small and large projects. As an Automation Project Engineer, you will provide design assistance to multi-person design teams and act as a discipline support resource in a multi-disciplined environment. The ideal candidate is proficient in using a PC and Microsoft Office Suite and must have experience with PLC program development and HMI/SCADA development.

• Interact with clients and subcontractors to collaborate on design intent.
• Assist with the development of department design standards and procedures.
• Interface with the CAD department to develop drawings for projects.
• Assist with estimating project design requirements.
• Provide guidance to project managers to ensure compliance with specifications, customer requirements, and industry standards.
• Ensure projects are documented properly using customer requirements and prescribed standards.
• Coordinate and assist Automation Engineers with project startup and service activities.
• Lead software development for PLC and Operator Interface programming.
• Consistently follow established design standards.
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

• Proficiency in PLC programming, PLC software, and PLC systems.
• Experience with data centers, NEC, UL508A, and NFPA70.
• Ability to physically assemble schematics and design control panels from scratch.
• 4 years of relevant experience with 1-2 years in data center environments.

• Degree not required but an associate or bachelor's degree is preferred.
• Familiarity with industry standards such as NEC and NFPA 70, UL508A.

The position requires 10-20% travel and follows a Monday through Friday schedule from 8 AM to 5 PM. The company is committed to redefining how energy is designed, applied, and consumed, and focuses on the well-being of team members through a Culture of Care. Recognized as 'one of the Healthiest 100 Workplaces in America,' this role supports personal growth and market demand responsiveness.

This is a Permanent position based out of Olathe, KS.

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $120000.00/yr.

Company has excellent health dental and vision benefits.

This is a fully remote position.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 12, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $80,000 - $120,000