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Automation & Controls Project Engineer

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What You'll Do

Engineer Solutions

  • Develop automation and controls solutions for industrial and manufacturing customers.
  • Support PLC, HMI, SCADA, instrumentation, and control system projects.
  • Interpret drawings, specifications, one-line diagrams, and control schematics.
  • Assist with controls design documentation and system architecture development.

Solve Problems

  • Troubleshoot automation, controls, instrumentation, and electrical systems.
  • Participate in commissioning, startup, and customer acceptance activities.
  • Work hands-on with field teams to overcome technical challenges.
  • Help customers improve reliability, productivity, and operational performance.

Support Estimating & Preconstruction

  • Assist with preparing project estimates and budgets.
  • Develop material takeoffs and labor estimates.
  • Review plans and specifications to identify project risks and opportunities.
  • Participate in design-build and negotiated project pursuits.

No estimating experience is required.

We'll teach you the estimating side of the business if you're willing to learn.

Execute Projects

  • Collaborate with Project Managers, field personnel, customers, and suppliers.
  • Help move projects from concept through startup and closeout.
  • Manage priorities and help keep projects moving forward.
  • Take ownership of project outcomes and customer satisfaction.

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What Makes Someone Successful Here?

You might be a great fit if you:

  • Enjoy solving technical problems.
  • Prefer taking initiative rather than waiting for instructions.
  • Are comfortable making decisions and accepting accountability.
  • Want to see your work implemented in the real world.
  • Like variety and don't want every day to look the same.
  • Take pride in doing things correctly.
  • Care about quality, details, and follow-through.
  • Can communicate effectively with customers, electricians, technicians, and project teams.

Qualifications

Required

  • THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN AVON, INDIANA. CANDIDATES MUST BE ABLE TO COMMUTE TO OUR LOCATION EVERY DAY
  • Experience in industrial automation, controls, electrical construction, manufacturing, maintenance, systems integration, or a related technical field.
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, control schematics, and technical documentation.
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
  • Desire to learn, grow, and take ownership of projects.
  • Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites as needed.

Preferred

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Engineering Technology, Automation Technology, or a related field.

A degree is preferred but not required.

We value practical experience, technical aptitude, and a proven ability to solve problems.

Experience with any of the following is a plus:

  • Allen-Bradley / Rockwell Automation
  • Siemens
  • Ignition
  • FactoryTalk
  • Wonderware
  • Industrial networking
  • Instrumentation and process controls
  • Industrial electrical systems

Skills

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