Automation Engineer

Anchor Automation is a leading automation company focused on building strong leaders, scalable automation solutions, and first-in-class innovation. We are committed to delivering an engaging, responsive, and service-driven experience for our employees and clients, guided by an unwavering commitment to quality, integrity, and customer satisfaction.

Anchor specializes in automation solutions for complex, mission-critical environments, with a strong focus on hyperscale delivery models, modularization, and rapid deployment. While we continue to support traditional automation and controls work, our teams think beyond conventional project execution—designing systems intended to scale, replicate, and deploy efficiently across programs and sites.

We provide full-lifecycle automation services including design, engineering, programming, project management, fabrication, and field execution. Our mission is to develop, build, and deploy customized, scalable automation solutions while forming long-term, strategic partnerships with our clients and investing in the growth of our people.

Anchor Automation is seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented,
Automation Engineer to support and grow our engineering division. This role works closely under the direction of the Engineering Manager – Automation & Delivery and plays a critical role in executing, implementing, and continuously improving automation solutions across a diversified client base.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on problem solver with a strong technical background and a passion for delivering high-quality automation systems. This individual will be actively involved in the development, design, programming, testing, and implementation of automation solutions supporting hyperscale data centers, mission‑critical facilities, and industrial automation clients.

The successful candidate is collaborative, execution‑driven, and comfortable supporting projects from concept through commissioning, including field support and troubleshooting when required.

• Design, develop, program, and test PLC‑ and SCADA‑based automation systems.
• Support control system architecture, I/O definition, and network design.
• Design, build, and support fabrication effort for automaton control panels and systems.
• Develop and maintain PLC logic, HMI/SCADA applications, and system documentation.
• Participate in factory acceptance testing (FAT), site acceptance testing (SAT), and commissioning activities.
• Support on‑site startups, troubleshooting, and issue resolution during deployment.
• Apply and adhere to established engineering standards, templates, and delivery models.
• Collaborate with project managers, field teams, and clients to ensure successful execution.
• Escalate technical risks and challenges to senior engineering leadership as needed.
• Working knowledge of electrical controls schematics, electrical power distribution, mechanical layouts, and P&, with the ability to read, interpret, and contribute to the development of electrical control schematics.

• Bachelor’s or technical degree in related field or equivalent work experience.
• 2-4 years of hands‑on experience in building and/or industrial automation preferred.
• Basic knowledge of programming to include Rockwell Automation, and/or Schneider Electric PLC / HMI / SCADA platforms required.
• Proficient with Python, Java, C/C++ and PLC / HMI a plus.
• CODESYS – based PLC Platforms a plus.
• AI / MQTT integration with PLCs, HMIs, or IIoT platforms a plus.
• Proficient in using Fluke digital multimeters, clamp meters, and insulation testers for diagnosing electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Proficient in trouble shooting instrumentation issues, including signal loss, sensor calibration, and loop integrity verification.
• Knowledge of automation control loops, field IO, P&’s.
• Knowledge of Mechanical & Electrical Systems (MEP).
• Self‑starter with strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to function and execute independently and as well as part of a team.
• AutoCAD Electrical experience a plus.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.
• 50‑60%…