Automation Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Support process control projects, with focus on Ignition SCADA, PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens), and HMI integration.

• Design and implement capital and continuous improvement projects, including electrical power and mechanical systems.

• Serve as the bridge between manufacturing operations and process control technologies, leveraging data to identify process improvements.

• Own and maintain documentation: drawings, source code, procedures, spare parts, and lifecycle management of control systems.

• Partner with Shaw Automation Engineers and CIM teams to expand local capability and ensure compliance with corporate standards.

• Mentor plant personnel and provide engineering support to maintenance and operations teams.

• Actively contribute to energy-saving initiatives and plant utility improvements.

• Serve as a resource to plant safety, reliability, and maintenance leaders.

Competencies:

• Build Trusting Relationships

• Demonstrate Good Judgment

• Innovate and Drive Results

• Collaborate & Influence

• Solve Problems and Adapt to Change

• Manage Work and Prioritize

• Deliver Excellent Internal Customer Support

Required Qualifications:

• 1+ year experience with design, installation, and troubleshooting of:

• PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens)

• HMI/SCADA (preferably Ignition)

• PC hardware/software in industrial environments

• OR High School Diploma/GED with 5+ years hands-on controls/automation experience

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering field

• CMMS, Six Sigma, or lean manufacturing exposure

• Strong understanding of preventive/predictive maintenance

• Prior manufacturing experience and project leadership

• Experience supporting reliability-centered improvement initiatives

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

This role will be filled as an Automation Engineer or Automation Technician based on education level and experience.

Compensation: Salary Grade 06 (non-exempt)