Sr. Automation Engineer - DP

Position Overview

Sr. Automation Engineer – DP2 at DrinkPAK

Fort Worth, TX

Full Time;
Salary / Exempt

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance – 100% covered by the Company
• A cell phone stipend
• Annual discretionary bonus
• 401(k) match program
• Pet insurance, life insurance, and more

• Design, develop, and implement automation solutions for production, testing, and quality control systems.
• Program, configure, and maintain industrial automation systems (PLCs, SCADA, DCS, HMI).
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to identify automation needs and provide tailored solutions.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize automated processes and equipment to improve system reliability.
• Perform system upgrades, installations, and regular maintenance on automation equipment.
• Develop and maintain system documentation, including user manuals and technical reports.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards in all automation systems.
• Conduct testing and validation of automation systems to ensure optimal performance.
• Continuously monitor system performance and propose improvements for efficiency and cost reduction.
• Provide technical support and training to operational teams on automated systems.
• Manage complex automation projects from initiation to completion, ensuring timely delivery within budget and scope.
• Work closely with product, operations, and engineering teams to understand requirements and translate them into scalable automation solutions.
• Stay up to date with advancements in automation technologies and recommend new tools or practices.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field
• Proven experience as an Automation Engineer or in a similar role
• Strong knowledge of PLC programming languages (Ladder Logic, Structured Text)
• Experience with industrial control systems (SCADA, DCS, HMI)
• Proficiency in software tools related to automation and control (Rockwell, Siemens)
• Familiarity with robotics, machine vision, and sensor technologies is a plus
• Ability to analyze and troubleshoot complex automation issues
• Knowledge of safety protocols and industry standards (IEC, ISO)
• Knowledge of communication protocols and Ethernet/IP
• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Willingness to work rotating shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays
• Safety, continuous improvement, and solutions‑driven mindset
• Bilingual (English & Spanish) is a plus

• Speed:
  Promptly identify and address potential issues and seek proactive solutions.
• Intensity:
  Embrace a growth mindset, recover quickly from failures, and focus on measurable results.
• Purpose:
  Demonstrate strong work ethic, professionalism, and commitment to our values while fostering teamwork and collaboration.

Drink

PAK is the premiere manufacturer of canned beverages in North America, offering full‑service support for procurement, batching, processing, filling, packaging, warehousing, and distribution. Founded in 2020, Drink

PAK provides extreme capacity, format flexibility, and a commitment to the best talent in the industry.

• Employee frequently required to reach with hands and arms.
• Specific vision abilities: close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.
• Employee occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, climb, or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Ability to lift approximately 50 lbs, stand 10+ hours, push and pull required.