Automation Engineer (Siemens PLC)

Manufacturing Automation | C&Q | Industry 4.0 | Industrial IoT

Indianapolis, IN

About The Position

We are looking for a hands‑on Automation Engineer to support commissioning, validation, and startup activities within regulated manufacturing environments. This position is ideal for an engineer who thrives on the plant floor, enjoys solving complex automation challenges, and wants to work on modern Industry 4.0 and Industrial IoT initiatives.

In this position, you will work directly with Siemens PLC and HMI platforms, packaged equipment skids, and edge technologies while supporting Commissioning & Qualification (C&Q) activities. You will play a key position in bringing manufacturing systems online, validating data flows, and ensuring audit‑ready automation systems.

What You Will Do

• Provide on-site startup and commissioning support for industrial automation systems
• Troubleshoot Siemens PLC and HMI applications in live manufacturing environments
• Support Commissioning & Qualification (C&Q) activities, including platform qualification, security testing, and data access validation
• Validate MQTT data flows and edge device integration across automation platforms
• Collaborate with OEMs and equipment vendors to resolve issues and implement design changes
• Support packaged skid integration within larger manufacturing systems
• Create clear, compliant documentation to support regulated manufacturing and audit readiness
• Contribute to projects utilizing Industry 4.0 architecture and Unified Namespace concepts
  
  

Technical Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or equivalent technical field
• 3 or more years of hands-on automation engineering experience in manufacturing environments
• Strong experience with Siemens PLC and HMI systems
• Exposure to Rockwell Automation or mixed-platform environments
• Experience supporting startups, commissioning, and troubleshooting activities
• Familiarity with validation concepts, C&Q documentation, and regulated environments
• Working knowledge of MQTT, edge devices, or Industrial IoT technologies
• Strong communication skills when working with vendors and cross-functional teams
  
  

Preferred Experience

• Packaged equipment skid integration
• Life sciences, pharmaceutical, biotech, or other regulated manufacturing
• Industry 4.0 or Unified Namespace architecture exposure
  
  

Why Engineers Choose PACIV

PACIV stands for Process Automation, Controls, Instrumentation & Validation

• Hands-on, technical work with real manufacturing impact
• Exposure to modern industrial automation and digital manufacturing technologies
• Direct employment with a stable, growing engineering services company
• Collaborative environment where engineers influence outcomes, not just execute tasks
  
  

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Generous paid time off; vacation, sick leave, and company paid holidays
• Healthcare coverage with PACIV covering 90% of the premium
• Health Savings Account with company contributions
• 401(k) plan with up to 4% company match and immediate vesting
  
  

Additional Notes

• Direct employment only; C2C and 1099 arrangements are not considered
• PACIV does not work with external recruiting agencies
  
  

Employment contingent upon background check and authorization to work in the United States PACIV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an inclusive workplace.