Automation Engineer

Accountability:
The role"s primary accountability is to deliver control systems to our customers that are properly designed, thoroughly and accurately documented, and performs its intended functions. Essential Job Function:
Design, program, and support GMP-compliant control systems for process equipment. Work may be done independently or integrated into a project team. The control system (hardware, software, and documentation) shall be designed to adhere to Process Automation departmental and standards. Overnight travel (approx. 10%) to customer sites to perform commissioning, customer training, validation support, warrantee support, and service support for equipment and control systems.

Salary Range $95,000 - $145,000

Qualifications and Skills:

* Must have a Bachelor"s of Science degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Engineering Technology.
* Must have a minimum of three (3) years of experience in control system design and programming.
* Must possess a valid driver"s license.
* Must be able to fully develop (not modify), test, and commission Allen Bradley Control Logix PLC control system applications using RSLogix/Studio 5000. Recent experience is a must. Higher level skills that are required include analog data handling, data exchanges, recipe handling, etc.
* Must be able to develop (not modify), test, and commission SCADA (Wonderware, iFix, and/or Ignition) control system applications. Recent experience is a must. Higher level skills that are required include scripting, security configuration, recipe configuration, database interfacing, report configuration, etc.
* Must be able to specify, purchase, and troubleshoot control system hardware and instrumentation. This would include field mounted and panel mounted instruments.
* Must be able to read, understand, and develop control system design documents. This would include Functional Specifications, User"s Manual, and engineering reports.
* Must be able to read, understand, and critically review control system design drawings for accuracy and conformance to standards. This would include P&, control system schematics, panel layout drawings, and interconnect drawings.
* Must be aware of cGMP"s procedures and practices and the implication on control system development and modifications.
* Must be able to set up, configure, and test computers with various hardware and software features that are included in control system design.
* Must have good troubleshooting skills (hardware, software, and documentation).
* Must be able to build customer relationships and be committed to providing our customers with the best service in the industry. Responsibilities:
* Develops and customizes PLC application code using RSLogix/Studio 5000 software for Control Logix PLCs.
* Develops and customizes SCADA application code using Wonder Ware.
* Develops and configures PC based relational databases, SQL data transfer, and database reporting tools.
* Sets up, configures, and tests computers with various hardware and software features that are included in control system design.
* Integrates thin client and virtualization technology/hardware.
* Reviews and approves control system design drawings. This includes diagrams/drawings (P&, control system schematics, panel layout drawings and interconnect drawings). Provides technical support to the CAD group when appropriate.
* Develops and edits control system design documents. This includes Functional Specifications, User"s Manual, Sequence of Operations, Detailed Design Specifications, etc.
* Follows Process Automation departmental standards (software, hardware, documentation, etc.) in the development and delivery of control systems.
* Develops and executes software test protocols.
* Develops and customizes simulation code for use during software testing. Must have 3 years minimum of PLC Programming from scratch Must have 3 years minimum of SCADA Must have experience working with Allen Bradley Must be willing to travel 10% of time across the US to visit clients. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, Al-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Synerfac Technical Staffing and our contracted partners.

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