Automation & Control Systems Application Engineer

The Application Engineer I is responsible for the design, configuration, implementation, testing, and commissioning of industrial automation and control system solutions. This role supports project execution activities while collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver high-quality customer solutions.

The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience with Distributed Control Systems (DCS), automation technologies, and industrial control applications. They are a proactive problem solver who works effectively in team environments, demonstrates technical curiosity, and continuously seeks opportunities to expand their expertise. This position is well‑suited for an engineer who aspires to develop into a Lead Engineer or Project Manager role.

This is a hybrid role reporting onsite to Foxboro, MA 2 days per week.

• Design, configure, test, and implement automation and control system applications.
• Develop and maintain DCS control strategies, graphics, alarm management systems, and system documentation.
• Participate in system integration, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), commissioning, and startup activities.
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, communication, and control system issues.
• Collaborate with project managers, lead engineers, customers, and cross‑functional teams to deliver projects safely, on time, and within budget.
• Develop and review engineering deliverables including functional design specifications, control narratives, test procedures, I/O databases, and cause‑and‑effect matrices.
• Support customer meetings, technical reviews, and project execution activities.
• Apply engineering standards, quality processes, and cybersecurity best practices throughout project execution.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and share technical knowledge within the engineering organization.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills across engineering and project organizations.
• Technical intuition and the ability to quickly understand new systems and technologies.
• A proactive approach to identifying and solving engineering challenges.
• Adaptability and eagerness to learn from experienced engineers and project leaders.
• Ownership and accountability for assigned deliverables.
• Effective communication with customers, peers, and leadership.
• Leadership potential with a desire to take on increasing technical and project responsibilities.

This position is intended for engineers seeking growth beyond individual contributor responsibilities. Successful candidates will have opportunities to:

• Expand expertise in advanced automation and control systems.
• Lead technical work packages and small project teams.
• Develop customer engagement and project leadership skills.
• Progress toward future Lead Engineer, Engineering Team Lead, or Project Manager positions.

We are seeking an engineer who combines solid technical fundamentals with a growth mindset. The ideal candidate is collaborative, curious, and motivated to build a long‑term career in automation and control systems engineering. Experience with Schneider Foxboro DCS platforms and exposure to Power & Utilities projects are highly valued and will be considered strong differentiators.

Gerry Noble - Engineering Manager

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 3+ years of experience in industrial automation, process control, or controls engineering.
• Experience working with Distributed Control Systems (DCS).
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