Automation Engineer

• Status:
  Full-time Permanent
• Salary: $115-130
  
  KYR
• Direct Hire, Full Time
• Location:
  
  Baltimore, MD (Onsite Position Monday - Friday)
• Department:
  Engineering

Automation Engineer

Our client, a global leader in the food ingredients manufacturing industry, is seeking a skilled Automation Engineer for their Hattiesburg, MS production facility, and to support and advance automated systems across their North American manufacturing facilities. This role will focus on process control optimization
, including the design, programming, and maintenance of PLCs, SCADA systems, and HMIs
. The ideal candidate brings hands‑on technical expertise, cross‑functional collaboration skills, and a passion for driving operational efficiency in a production environment.

• Design, implement, and support automation systems across plant operations
• Lead cross‑functional discussions to define automation goals and system requirements
• Program and configure PLCs
  , SCADA systems
  , and Operator Interface Panels (e.g., Red Lion G308)
• Develop and maintain technical documentation (diagrams, P&IDs, procedures)
• Design control architectures based on plant and process needs
• Oversee and troubleshoot field instrumentation and control networks
• Deliver technical training to plant personnel on automation systems
• Ensure system compliance with safety standards
  , industry regulations
  , and company policies
• Execute testing procedures and continuous improvement initiatives
• Implement cybersecurity measures and analyze system performance for optimization

• Bachelor's degree in software, electrical, or mechanical engineering
  , or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of experience in:
  • PLC programming (SFC, function blocks, ladder logic, structured text)
  • SCADA system configuration and HMI graphic design
• Experience with industrial protocols (
  Ether Net/IP, Modbus TCP
  )
• Solid understanding of control systems:
  VFDs, sensors, flow meters, actuators
• Ability to manage multiple automation projects
• Proficiency with industrial communication networks (Ethernet, Modbus, Profibus)
• Familiarity with Rockwell, Siemens, or Schneider Electric software platforms

• Electrical and mechanical background
• Experience in food processing, food ingredients or fermentation environments
• Knowledge of Schneider‑Electric Modicon PLCs

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