Sr. Automation Engineer - Javlyn Process Systems

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Full Time Professional Javlyn, Rochester, NY, Rochester, NY, US

30+ days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $ To $ Annually

Javlyn Process Systems is a company specializing in process engineering and control system integration, employing Chemical, Mechanical, and Electrical engineers. We focus on providing automated process system solutions tailored for the food, beverage, and dairy sectors, offering custom designs and professional services aimed at optimizing manufacturing operations.

Javlyn is an independent subsidiary of Krones AG, a global entity with a workforce exceeding 16,000 employees worldwide. We are currently looking for an Automation & Controls Engineer to become part of our expanding team.

This position necessitates excellent communication abilities, adaptability in a dynamic environment, and a robust understanding of engineering principles.

Position Overview

As a Senior Automation Engineer, you will lead full project lifecycle (design through commissioning). Provide technical leadership and mentorship to entry and mid-level engineers. Serve as the primary client contact for automation scope. Contribute to standards developments and process improvements. 10+ years’ experience programming industrial controls in food, dairy, or beverage industries preferred.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design control panels and creating electrical schematics using AutoCAD
• Prepare system documentation
• Develop PLC I/O assignments
• Develop HMI (Human Machine Interface) applications with Rockwell Factory Talk View, AVEVA Wonderware, GE Intellution iFix, or Ignition software
• Support clients on new and existing systems (remote and on-site)
• Design industrial networks and specify data infrastructure
• Develop custom applications using  and SQL databases
• Participate in commissioning and startup activities at client sites
• Train client operations and maintenance personnel
• Travel 20–25% within the U.S. depending on projects

* An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position

Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related discipline preferred

Experience/Training: 10+ years’ experience programming industrial control systems in food, dairy, or beverage industries preferred.

Technical

Skills:

• PLC and HMI programming (required)
• AutoCAD (required)
• Database and application development (, SQL) (preferred)
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Core Competencies

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Ability to work independently and in team environments
• Adaptability in a fast-paced project-based environment

Physical / Working Demands

• The work environment is a professional office environment where a conservative business dress code is in effect. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to type, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.
• Equipment use includes computer, calculator, and telephone.
• Ability to understand both spoken and written directions and good vision required.
• Personal protective equipment required includes protective toed safety shoes and safety glasses with side shields, hardhat.
• Appropriate OSHA and/or Krones Process Group North America…