Automation Engineer

Title: Automation Engineer

Location: Onsite - West Chester, OH

Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to design, implement, and maintain control and automation systems for manufacturing processes. The role focuses on developing PLC and SCADA solutions, integrating HMI platforms, ensuring reliable process control, and supporting project execution from requirements through commissioning and validation. The ideal candidate will combine handson technical skills with strong documentation and cGMP compliance knowledge to support safe, efficient, and compliant operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, program, and deploy PLC and RTU logic for discrete and continuous manufacturing processes using Rockwell, Siemens, and other platforms.
• Develop, configure, and maintain SCADA and HMI systems (Wonderware, Ignition, Emerson, or equivalent) to provide operator visualization, alarm management, and historical data logging.
• Lead control system integration and communicate with field instrumentation, networks, and MES layers; implement OPC/OPC UA and industrial ethernet solutions.
• Execute FAT/SAT, commissioning, and startup activities; troubleshoot and resolve hardware and software issues on site.
• Prepare and maintain detailed control system documentation including functional specifications, wiring diagrams, I/O lists, PLC and HMI code comments, validation protocols, and change control records.
• Ensure automation solutions meet cGMP and regulatory requirements through validation support, risk assessments, and participation in quality reviews.
• Implement and support automation improvements, standardization, and continuous improvement initiatives to increase reliability and reduce downtime.
• Collaborate with crossfunctional teams including process engineering, maintenance, QA/QC, and vendors to deliver projects on schedule and within budget.
• Provide oncall support, troubleshooting guidance, and training for operations and maintenance personnel.
• Participate in vendor selection, procurement reviews, and provide technical oversight during installation and vendor commissioning activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Electrical, Controls, Automation, Mechatronics, or related engineering field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 5 years of handson experience designing and programming industrial automation systems in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience with PLC platforms such as Rockwell (AllenBradley) and Siemens; ability to read and write ladder logic, structured text, and function block diagrams.
• Experience with SCADA/HMI systems including Wonderware, Ignition, Emerson DeltaV or similar ability to develop screens, alarm strategies, and historian logging.
• Strong knowledge of industrial networks, OPC/OPC UA, Modbus, Profinet, Ethernet/IP, and fieldbus technologies.
• Working knowledge of cGMP regulations and experience supporting validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), change control, and quality documentation.
• Familiarity with instrumentation and control devices (sensors, valves, drives), PID tuning, and process control strategies.
• Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills; proven ability to diagnose hardware and software failures under time pressure.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience producing clear technical documentation and training materials.
• Willingness to travel to manufacturing sites for commissioning and support; flexible to provide occasional offhours support as required.
• Relevant certifications (eg. Rockwell, Siemens, ISA/IEC, or equivalent) or experience with industrial cybersecurity best practices are a plus.

Benefits

•  Annual cash bonus program

• 401(k) plan with a generous company match

• Benefits package with great healthcare (including medical, dental and vision), family building benefits, life and disability insurance

• Paid vacation, paid holidays, other paid leaves of absence, tuition reimbursement and support for caregiving needs

 

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For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. This is a new role.

This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 07/06/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed.

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