Automation Engineer - Project

Job Description

Automation Engineer - Project
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**Location:** Lexington, KY

**Compensation:** $102,000/yr. - $115,000/yr.

### **Build the Automation Systems That Power Advanced Manufacturing**

Are you an Automation or Electrical Engineer who enjoys seeing projects through from concept to startup?

We're seeking a Project Automation Engineer to lead the electrical and automation portions of major capital projects at a highly automated manufacturing facility in the Lexington, SC area. This is an opportunity to work on large-scale equipment installations, automation upgrades, robotics, industrial controls, and state-of-the-art manufacturing technologies while making a visible impact on plant operations.

If you enjoy solving technical challenges, managing projects from design through commissioning, and working alongside experienced engineering teams, we'd love to speak with you.

**What You'll Do**
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As a Project Automation Engineer, you'll own the electrical and controls scope for capital projects, including:

* Design electrical control systems for new and existing manufacturing equipment
* Develop and modify PLC and HMI programs
* Create electrical drawings and control system documentation
* Manage automation projects from concept through installation and startup
* Coordinate equipment procurement and supplier activities
* Develop project budgets, schedules, and engineering estimates
* Lead equipment commissioning, validation, and production startup
* Support maintenance teams by providing training on newly installed systems
* Work closely with production, maintenance, contractors, and engineering teams
* Participate in equipment acceptance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives

**Technology You'll Work With**
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You'll have the opportunity to work with modern industrial automation technologies including:

* Allen-Bradley / Rockwell PLCs
* Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
* Motion Control Systems
* PanelView HMIs
* Ladder Logic
* Structured Text
* Industrial Ethernet Networks
* ControlNet
* Data Highway+
* Vision Systems
* Robotics
* Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs)
* Industrial Presses
* Conveyance Systems

**What We're Looking For**
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### **Required Qualifications**

* Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related technical discipline
* 4+ years of engineering experience in an industrial manufacturing environment (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
* Experience designing electrical control systems
* PLC programming experience using Allen-Bradley / Rockwell platforms
* Experience with industrial automation systems and controls
* Knowledge of electrical CAD software
* Experience managing engineering projects from design through implementation
* Strong communication and problem-solving skills
* Ability to work onsite in Lexington, SC

### **Preferred Qualifications**

Experience with any of the following is highly desirable:

* AutoCAD Electrical
* SEE Electrical
* Rockwell Motion Control
* Control Techniques
* SEW MOVIMOT
* Cognex Vision Systems
* Keyence Vision Systems
* Gocator
* Robotics (Fanuc or ABB)
* Capital project management
* Equipment commissioning and startup
* Manufacturing process automation

**Why You'll Like This Opportunity**
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* Long-term project work with excellent stability
* Opportunity to work on major capital investments
* Exposure to cutting-edge industrial automation technologies
* Highly collaborative engineering environment
* Work that takes projects from concept through startup
* Competitive compensation
* Potential contract-to-hire opportunity for the right individual

**Schedule**
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* Monday-Friday
* Full-time onsite
* Occasional weekend or holiday work during equipment installations and plant shutdowns
* Approximately 5% travel