Process Automation Project Engineer

Overview

We strive to be Your Future, Your Solution to accelerate your career! Contact Hannah Wilson at  Schedule an appointment to learn more about this opportunity. Position:
Process Automation Project Engineer (Muscatine, IA).

We are seeking a Process Automation Project Engineer to support and lead automation initiatives. This role offers hands-on project ownership and the opportunity to drive meaningful improvements in a heavy industrial environment. This is a direct-hire position.

• Lead and manage automation projects from concept through completion, ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, and budget
• Collaborate closely with operators, maintenance teams, and cross-functional departments to identify and implement process improvements
• Specify, source, and manage vendors and suppliers for automation equipment and services
• Troubleshoot, maintain, and optimize automation systems and equipment
• Drive improvements related to systems such as water-cooling systems and reheating systems
• Provide technical leadership, documentation, and project ownership to ensure quality and reliability
• Train and mentor operators and technical staff, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence

• Degree in Automation, Engineering, or a related technical field
• Four-year degree preferred; two-year degree with relevant experience considered
• Experience maintaining and supporting automation systems in an industrial or manufacturing environment
• Automation experience in heavy industry; steel industry experience is strongly preferred
• Proficiency with Rockwell Automation / Allen-Bradley PLCs and control systems
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills across electrical, controls, and automation systems
• Effective communication skills with the ability to work with operators, maintenance teams, interpreters, and external suppliers
• Any programming language such as C, C++, C# or  programming would be a plus, but not required.
• Open-minded, hands-on approach with a strong focus on innovation and continuous improvement

Saige Partners, one of the fastest growing technology and talent companies in the Midwest, believes in people with a passion to help them succeed. We are in the business of helping professionals Build Careers, Not Jobs. Saige Partners believes employees are the most valuable asset to building a thriving and successful company culture. Contact us to learn more about the opportunity below or check out other opportunities at Saige Partners Engineering.