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Senior Automation Engineer

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Location: San Jose, CAEmployment Type: Full-time, Onsite

Summary:Join Therma’s dynamic team as Senior Automation Engineer and play a key role in leading the technical efforts in the design and implementation of cutting-edge industrial automation solutions. This position offers the opportunity to work on diverse projects, leverage advanced technologies, lead and collaborate with a talented team to deliver innovative systems that drive efficiency and performance. If you’re passionate about automation and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you!

Core Responsibilities

Lead the design and implementation for greenfield and automation retrofit projects.
Develop Functional Design Specifications and Sequence of Operations (SOO).
Program and script PLC/DCS systems.
Create and configure HMI/SCADA graphics.
Define and design electrical and controls schematics.
Oversee the development and execution of test protocols and managing commissioning activities.
Prepare close-out documentation and ensure compliance.
Manage automation project budgets and timelines.
Mentor junior team members and provide technical guidance.
Serve as the primary customer interface for the automation and controls scopes

Technical Expertise

PLC/DCS Programming: Rockwell RSLogix5000/500, Siemens Step 7/TIA Portal, DeltaV, ABB, Foxboro.
HMI/SCADA Development: Ignition Inductive Automation, GE Cimplicity/iFIX, Wonderware, Rockwell FactoryTalk View Studio, Siemens.
Networking & Drives: Practical knowledge of networked VFDs and communication protocols (i.e. Modbus, BACnet).
Data Acquisition Systems: OSI PI, Wonderware Historian, or similar.
Control Panel Design: Experience with AutoCAD; knowledge of UL 508A (UL698A is a plus).
Instrumentation: Specifying and implementing instrumentation solutions.
Programming Skills: Structured text (C++, Java, Visual Basic) is a plus.

Qualifications & Requirements

BS or higher in Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
Minimum 7+ years of relevant experience in industrial automation and controls.
Strong written and verbal communication skills for specifications and client interactions.
Ability to travel locally and occasionally outside California.

Salary Range: $155k-$195k, depending on experience

Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.
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