Senior Electrical & Automation Engineer (Siemens Systems)

Position Summary

PDM US is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical & Automation Engineer to lead the design, optimization, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of electrical and automation systems supporting our manufacturing operations.

This role will serve as the plant's technical expert for Siemens automation and controls systems, providing leadership for PLC programming, HMI development, drive systems, equipment integration, and capital projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive hands-on experience with Siemens TIA Portal, Siemens PLCs, HMI platforms, industrial networking, and manufacturing automation. Similar Siemens senior engineering roles emphasize PLCs, industrial controls, automation systems, and electrical design expertise.

Essential Responsibilities

• Serve as the site's primary subject matter expert for Siemens automation and control systems.
• Develop, modify, troubleshoot, and optimize Siemens PLC programs.
• Support and maintain Siemens HMI, SCADA, and drive systems.
• Diagnose and resolve complex electrical and automation issues affecting production equipment.
• Lead automation projects from concept through commissioning.
• Design and review electrical schematics, control panel layouts, and one-line diagrams.
• Support installation, startup, and commissioning of new equipment.
• Develop and maintain automation standards and documentation.
• Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, and Safety teams to improve manufacturing performance.
• Lead root cause investigations and implement long-term corrective actions.
• Manage electrical and automation contractors as needed.
• Provide technical coaching and training to maintenance and engineering personnel.
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, safety, productivity, and quality.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 7 years of industrial electrical and automation engineering experience.
• Strong hands-on experience with Siemens automation platforms.
• Advanced knowledge of Siemens TIA Portal.
• Experience programming and troubleshooting Siemens S7 PLCs (S7-1200 and/or S7-1500).
• Experience with Siemens WinCC HMI/SCADA systems.
• Experience with Siemens SINAMICS drives and motor control systems.
• Experience with PROFINET and industrial Ethernet communications.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, control drawings, and wiring diagrams.
• Knowledge of NEC, NFPA, and OSHA electrical safety requirements.
• Strong project management, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Experience in metal processing, extrusion, casting, wire and cable, copper manufacturing, or heavy industrial operations.
• Experience with motion control applications.
• Experience with robotics integration.
• Experience leading capital improvement projects.
• Experience with industrial data collection and manufacturing systems integration.

Technical Skills

Siemens Automation Systems

• Siemens TIA Portal
• Siemens S7-1200
• Siemens S7-1500
• Siemens WinCC
• Siemens SINAMICS Drives
• Siemens Industrial Communications
• PROFINET
• Industrial Ethernet Networks

Electrical Engineering

• Power Distribution
• Motor Control Systems
• Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
• Electrical Design
• Control System Design
• Industrial Instrumentation
• Troubleshooting & Root Cause Analysis

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in both office and manufacturing environments.
• Ability to climb stairs, ladders, and access equipment platforms as needed.
• Ability to wear required PPE and work safely around industrial equipment.

Why Join PDM US?

At PDM US, you'll have the opportunity to directly impact the reliability, performance, and future automation strategy of a growing manufacturing operation. You'll work closely with leadership, operations, and maintenance teams to drive innovation while supporting our Copper Core Values of Safety & Sustainability, Integrity & Accountability, Teamwork & Respect, Quality, and Passion for Excellence & Innovation.

Copper Core Values Alignment

This role supports PDM's commitment to:

• Safety & Sustainability
• Integrity & Accountability
• Teamwork & Respect
• Quality
• Passion for Excellence & Innovation

I hereby consent to allow PDM US, LLC to take a specimen of my hair, urine, or blood and submit it to a laboratory testing service for a pre-employment, random or reasonable suspicion drug test. I further consent to allow the laboratory testing service to make the results of the drug test available to PDM US, LLC.

I understand that positive test results, refusal to be tested or any attempt to affect the test results or test sample will result in the withdrawal of my application for employment and/or withdrawal of any provisional employment offer I have received from PDM US, LLC or termination of employment, depending on when the results are received.

I agree to hold harmless and release from all claims PDM US, LLC and its agents from any liability arising in whole or part out of the collection of specimens, testing and the appropriate use of the information from such testing.