Automation Engineer

Automation Engineer

Concentric Integration, a subsidiary of Baxter & Woodman, Inc. Choose your location:
Peoria, IL

Concentric Integration provides full-service automation of water/wastewater systems (including design, implementation, and support). We strive to advocate for our clients and form long‑lasting partnerships based on trust. Concentric provides tailored solutions to meet the specific needs of each of our clients. We pride ourselves on providing our clients with depth of expertise unrivaled in the industry.

The Automation Engineer will provide design, fabrication, programming, installation, commissioning/testing, and support of primarily water/wastewater control systems. These systems typically include process instrumentation, control panels, motor controls, power monitoring, PLCs, OITs/HMIs, SCADA/DCS systems, industrial networking, IT infrastructure, radio/cellular telemetry, reporting, and data collection.

• Provide conceptual design, solutions, and product specifications per end‑user requirements.
• Provide in‑house PLC/OIT/HMI programming and testing.
• Provide onsite work for municipal clients including instrumentation configuration, installation assistance, and control system and process start‑up/testing.
• When skill level is at a level of competence to allow for independent work assignments, the Automation Engineer will be expected to be "on‑call" 24/7 to troubleshoot instrumentation and control system issues. The staff rotates on‑call duties weekly between employees. < 15‑minute initial (phone) response time to outages when on‑call is expected unless prior arrangements have been made (vacation, time off, etc.).
• Occasionally lift items up to 50 pounds without assistance.

• 5+ years' experience as an Electrical/Controls Engineer performing design, programming, installation, and startup tasks.
  • 5+ years’ experience programming Allen‑Bradley Logix platform PLC's.
  • 5+ years’ experience with fieldwork (panel wiring, startup, and emergency support/troubleshooting).
  • 5+ years’ experience with SCADA software development (Factory Talk View SE, Ignition, Wonderware, VTSCADA, or iFix).
  • 3+ years’ experience programming Allen‑Bradley Panel View or other manufacturer touch screens.
• Strong networking/computer skills, literacy, and proficiency are expected.
• Must possess excellent oral, written, and digital communication skills.
• Must be able to easily interact with other staff and assist in communications with clients, customers, engineers, and contractors.
• Must possess effective organizational skills for productive tasks and time management that results in effective and efficient work.
• Must regularly undertake self‑development (learning) activities to stay technically sharp.
• Must provide own transportation (reimbursable) to drive a vehicle to other locations.

• Relevant Engineering or Technology degree from an ABET‑accredited program.
• Advanced computer and/or networking skills are a significant plus.

The pay range for this role is $100,000 to $120,000. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, and certifications.

We prioritize the holistic well‑being of our employees through a comprehensive range of benefits. Our healthcare offerings include medical, dental, and vision plans, Employee Assistance Program, and dedicated benefit advisors. Financial well‑being is enhanced through our financial planning program, life and disability insurance, tax savings plans, and coverage for accidents and cancer. We offer generous paid time off, paid holidays, parental leave, and flexible work arrangements, including the option to work from home and/or work a flexible schedule.

Additionally, we offer 401k plans with expert financial advisors, and an Employee Stock Ownership program.

Concentric Integration is an equal opportunity - Vet/Disability employer.