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Automation Engineer

Helion
Grapeland, TX Contractor
POSTED ON 6/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/7/2026

Job description:

This role will work directly with the automation leadership team to execute robotics and automation projects, with a strong focus on controls system integration, architecture, and manufacturing automation strategy.

What You’ll Do

  • Design, program, troubleshoot, and optimize industrial automation systems
  • Lead controls integration projects from concept through commissioning
  • Develop and modify PLC, HMI, and SCADA applications
  • Support robotics integration projects involving ABB and Fanuc robots
  • Create and maintain electrical designs, controls documentation, and programming standards
  • Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and operations teams across multiple facilities
  • Improve production reliability, safety, quality, and overall plant efficiency
  • Serve as a technical leader and mentor for automation and controls initiatives


Required Experience

Candidates should have:

  • 10 years of automation experience in a production or manufacturing environment
  • 10 years of hands-on programming experience with:
  • Studio 5000
  • HMI / SCADA systems
  • Strong experience with:
  • Electrical design practices
  • Machine and motion control systems
  • Electromechanical systems
  • System integration
  • Industrial troubleshooting
  • Experience with Ignition is required

Experience working with:

  • ABB robotics
  • Fanuc robotics
  • Allen-Bradley PLCs
  • PowerFlex drives
  • Kinetix drives

Ideal Background

  • Heavy industrial or manufacturing automation experience
  • Multi-site project support experience
  • Strong understanding of controls architecture and industrial networking
  • Ability to lead projects independently with minimal oversight
  • Strong communication and technical leadership skills

Pay $70-$80

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:


  • Health insurance


Work Location: In person

Salary : $70 - $80

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