Industrial Automation Project Engineer

ATS Automation Control System Engineer

Established in 1986, ATS Automation is the leading provider of energy management services, automated control systems, critical airflow solutions, and building systems integration. At ATS, we custom engineer and install building automation systems to optimize buildings' mechanical and electrical systems, reduce building energy consumption, increase tenant comfort, and maximize the productivity of tenants and facilities management personnel.

Headquartered in the Pacific Northwest, with 14 offices and growing across the United States, we support and manage complex building automation and controls projects across the country and abroad. We seek out candidates from diverse backgrounds who are curious and eager to learn, have excellent communication skills, and who possess an exceptional work ethic and initiative. ATS is committed to employee development and offers an extensive training program and ongoing advancement to all employees.

Design and engineer control system hardware and software programming based on project plans, specifications, and other contract documents. Provide analysis of building control and mechanical system performance at a complete systems and campus level. Ensure documentation is accurate and complete. Interface directly with customers. Manage sub-contractors and suppliers. Direct project financial responsibility increases with tenure in this position, including use of ATS project management financial reports.

Complete control system overall design responsibility

Control programming and graphic development

Manage the start-up and commissioning of Automation Systems Engineer field changes and maintain as-built documentation

Conduct on-site owner training as part of project closeout

Manage time to complete assignments on time and within budget

Programming skills

Proven analytical skills

Exceptional interactive and communication skills

Excellent troubleshooting skills

Knowledge of PLC (programable logic controls) Theory and Applications Structured Text Function Block Diagram Ladder Diagram Cyber Security Knowledge of IEC
61131 standards

Ability to work independently and unsupervisedACAD skills

This position requires a combination of working in an office environment and routine visits to project jobsites up to 50% of working hours. Project jobsites present typical construction and outdoor conditions that require the use of personal protective equipment for safety purposes. Lifting and exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds more frequently is required.

Must be comfortable climbing a ladder infrequently. Small repetitive motions and use of small tools is included.

Annual base salary ranges from $68,000 - $124,000 depending on experience

Benefits summary can be found at ATS-Benefits-Basic-2023

Full-time, exempt

Typical Monday – Friday working hours with flexibility as needed

Typical office work will take place in Spokane, WAUp to 50-percent travel to Seattle area and other locations in North America may be required

Engineering undergraduate degree

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Computer programming experience

Building Mechanical system experience

Experience with electronics and basic electrical circuits

ATS is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities. When making hiring and employment decisions, we do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, age, military service, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, medical condition as defined under state and federal law, or any other legally protected category.

All such discrimination is strictly prohibited.