What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automation Engineer position at Alfa Laval?
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About The Job
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Automation Engineer to support multiple Alfa Laval products and Business Units in delivering reliable electrical automation solutions to our customers. In this role, you will own individual electrical projects from start to finish, managing both budget and schedule in a project management capacity.
This opportunity is ideal for a hands-on engineer with a passion for automation and a strong foundation in electrical design. You’ll apply your expertise to develop CAD drawing packages, PLC and HMI programming, operating manuals, and performance verification. You’ll also provide commissioning and aftermarket support to customers and field technicians, which includes travel.
If you’re energized by technical problem-solving, cross-functional collaboration, and seeing projects through from concept to completion, we’d love to hear from you.
This is a hybrid role based in Buffalo, NY.
As a Part Of The Team, You Will
You have a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent, and:
What’s in it for you?
Alfa Laval offers a competitive salary and full benefits package, including medical/dental/vision/life, 401(k) plan, and more. At Alfa Laval, we carefully consider a wide range of compensation factors to determine your total compensation package. We rely on market indicators to determine compensation and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to get it right. These considerations can cause your compensation to vary and will also be dependent on your location. The base salary for this role is typically $90,000 to $105,000.
Alfa Laval is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
EEO/Vet/Disabled Employer
As we push forward, the innovative, open spirit that fuels our 140-year-old start-up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth. So, as we shape a more resourceful, less wasteful world, we build our careers too.
About The Job
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Automation Engineer to support multiple Alfa Laval products and Business Units in delivering reliable electrical automation solutions to our customers. In this role, you will own individual electrical projects from start to finish, managing both budget and schedule in a project management capacity.
This opportunity is ideal for a hands-on engineer with a passion for automation and a strong foundation in electrical design. You’ll apply your expertise to develop CAD drawing packages, PLC and HMI programming, operating manuals, and performance verification. You’ll also provide commissioning and aftermarket support to customers and field technicians, which includes travel.
If you’re energized by technical problem-solving, cross-functional collaboration, and seeing projects through from concept to completion, we’d love to hear from you.
This is a hybrid role based in Buffalo, NY.
As a Part Of The Team, You Will
- Own and manage electrical engineering projects from start to finish
- Maintain project budgets and schedules
- Provide electrical design, CAD documentation, and automation programming (PLC/HMI)
- Develop operating manuals and verify system performance
- Support commissioning and aftermarket service for customers and field technicians
- Travel as needed to support installations and troubleshooting
- Manage small to medium complexity projects across multiple product lines and business units
You have a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent, and:
- 2 years experience with Rockwell Allen Bradley programming is required, Siemens highly preferred
- Strong proficiency in CAD software and PLC/HMI programming
- Strong project management and organizational skills
- Ability to travel (up to 30%) for commissioning and support activities
- A collaborative approach and customer-first attitude
What’s in it for you?
Alfa Laval offers a competitive salary and full benefits package, including medical/dental/vision/life, 401(k) plan, and more. At Alfa Laval, we carefully consider a wide range of compensation factors to determine your total compensation package. We rely on market indicators to determine compensation and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to get it right. These considerations can cause your compensation to vary and will also be dependent on your location. The base salary for this role is typically $90,000 to $105,000.
Alfa Laval is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
EEO/Vet/Disabled Employer
Salary : $90,000 - $105,000