What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automation Engineer II position at Germer International - Pharmaceutical Recruiting?
Our client is looking to add an Automation Engineer II with hands-on experience developing PLC and SCADA applications for industrial process equipment to their team. This role involves programming control systems from the ground up, troubleshooting hardware and instrumentation, testing and commissioning systems, and providing technical support to customers. The ideal candidate is comfortable managing multiple projects and working directly with customers.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, program, test, and commission Allen-Bradley PLC applications using Rockwell RSLogix software.
- Develop, program, test, and commission SCADA applications using Wonderware and/or GE iFIX.
- Configure databases, data exchanges, recipes, reporting tools, and other control system functions.
- Specify, configure, and troubleshoot control system hardware and instrumentation.
- Develop and review control system documentation, specifications, and engineering drawings.
- Configure and test computers, software, thin clients, and virtualization systems.
- Support project planning, schedules, budgets, and technical requirements.
- Provide commissioning, customer training, validation, warranty, and troubleshooting support at customer sites.
- Collaborate with internal teams, equipment manufacturers, vendors, and customers to deliver quality automation solutions.
- Assist the Sales Department with technical specifications, customer visits, and quotations.
- Maintain knowledge of current automation technologies, hardware, software, and industry standards.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
- At least four years of control system design and programming experience.
- Recent, hands-on experience developing Allen-Bradley PLC applications using ControlLogix and/or PLC-5 with RSLogix.
- Recent, hands-on experience developing SCADA applications using Wonderware and/or GE iFIX.
- Experience troubleshooting control systems, hardware, and instrumentation.
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively with customers and internal teams.
- Valid driver's license and willingness to complete confined-space entry training.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with cGMP environments and validation.
- Experience with SQL databases, reporting tools, and virtualization technologies.
Travel
Approximately 10% overnight travel to customer sites.