Senior Automation Engineer

Senior Automation Solutions Engineer

Pay

• $90,000 - $110,000 a year

Job type

• Full-time
• Onsite (Office/Client)

Benefits

• Referral program
• Parental leave
• Paid Holidays and Personal time off
• 401(k) with Matching percentage
• 100% Covered Health/Vision/Dental insurance
• Health savings account
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Work from home with approval
• Company Revenue Bonuses

ABOUT THE COMPANY

United Automation, Inc. is dedicated to designing and implementing real-time automation and information systems using the best technologies available. Our multi-disciplined engineering staff is highly skilled in combining the best technologies available and combining the best products and engineering systems for Factory Automation, Information Systems, Power Generation, OEM Equipment Design, Process Control, SCADA Systems, Industrial Networking and Test Stand Design to name a few areas of expertise. We work with customers to analyze their existing process and / or equipment to improve efficiency, enhance operation and reduce downtime. We also provide turnkey design, project management and installation services. Our goal is to help businesses reduce costs and increase productivity by providing companies with the most reliable, energy-efficient and cost-effective solutions that meet their needs.

JOB SUMMARY

As a Senior Automation Solutions Engineer, you will lead the installation, integration, and support of advanced industrial systems, and emerging automation technologies. This role requires a highly skilled, customer-facing professional with strong technical expertise in electrical, mechanical, and networking systems. For most assigned projects you will serve as either a project lead, a collaborative team member, or sometimes both, working with engineers, project managers, vendors, and customers in a team-oriented environment to deliver effective, reliable automation solutions. Most projects are in the Boston/New England area, but we have clients and installation locations throughout the US and internationally.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

System Development, Installation & Integration:

• Design, program, and support automation and control systems, including PLCs, HMIs, robotics, motion control, and SCADA systems.
• Develop and review electrical control schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and Bills of Material that meet customer and project requirements.

Technical Leadership:

• Lead or support automation projects from concept through installation, commissioning, and validation.
• Collaborate cross-functionally (production, maintenance, quality, IT, and customer teams) to ensure seamless system integration and high levels of collaboration.

Customer Engagement:

• Act as the primary technical contact, both onsite and remotely, ensuring clear communication and exceptional customer service.
• Conduct site assessments to verify infrastructure readiness (power, networking, environmental conditions).
• Travel to customer sites to implement, commission, and test automation projects

Troubleshooting & Support:

• Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues during and after installation.
• Perform preventive maintenance and create detailed service reports.

Documentation & Compliance:

• Develop and maintain installation guides, wiring diagrams, and calibration reports.
• Develop test procedures for existing and future projects.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards (Lockout-Tagout, Hazmat, Industrial Safety).

Travel:

• Travel (25–50%) to customer sites across the U.S. and possibly internationally, including overnight stays.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• Associate degree in Engineering, Electronics, or related field (bachelor’s preferred) OR 5 years of equivalent experience.

Experience:

• 5 years in field service or installation roles, with advanced experience in:
• PLC integration (Emerson, Allen Bradley, Siemens, Modicon).
• Electrical and mechanical system installation and troubleshooting.

Skills:

• Knowledge of IP networking and industrial communication protocols (Ethernet/IP, Profibus, Modbus, IO-Link, etc.).
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and create technical documentation.
• Proficiency in electrical design software
• Ability to utilize PLC program editors to develop, implement and test logic-based software for current projects
• Experience with Microsoft Windows-based SCADA applications (Proficy Cimplicity/iFix, Rockwell FactoryTalk, AVEVA Wonderware).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Proficiency with standard business software tools, including the Microsoft Office suite.

Other Requirements:

• Valid driver’s license and ability to qualify for company credit card.
• Flexible and cooperative working style, with a willingness to support project needs outside normal working hours when required.
• Ability to comply with employment‑ and customer‑mandated drug testing and background checks.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. and work in physically demanding environments.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Primary language used in daily operations is English.
• Read and interpret documents, procedure manuals and various correspondence from both internal and external.
• Speak effectively, both individually and before groups of both external customers and/or various levels of employees within the organization.

SUPERVISION

• Role is not responsible for supervising direct or indirect reports

DECISION MAKING & REASONING

• Able to take accountability and responsibility for business target delivery and decision making

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

• Peak Senior Management Team
• Key Customer Sr. Leadership
• Key Vendor Sr. Leadership

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Activity & Amount of Time (out of a 10hr day)

• Stand: Over 2/3
• Walk: Over 2/3
• Sit: Under 1/3
• Use hands to finger, handle, or feel: 1/3 to 2/3
• Reach with hands and arms: 1/3 to 2/3
• Climb or balance: 1/3 to 2/3
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl: 1/3 to 2/3
• Talk or hear: 1/3 to 2/3
• Lift Up to 25lbs: Over 2/3

Pay: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing to undergo a background check, in accordance with local law/regulations?
• Are you willing to take a drug test, in accordance with local law/regulations?
• Are you a U.S. citizen?

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Location:

• Portsmouth, NH 03801 (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Portsmouth, NH 03801 (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $90,000 - $110,000