Automation Engineer I (AUTOM005188)

About the position

With continual growth comes opportunity, this is why Sargent and the Automation & Software Group are now seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Automation Engineer 1 to join our team. Here, you will directly impact overall operational efficiency with the projects you are working on. As an Automation Engineer for the Automation and Software Group at Sargent, the work you do will be meaningful and have a direct impact on operations. A successful individual will be ready to embrace our core values, learn, collaborate, and create solutions that will serve the expanding needs of business operations and help us fully realize Industry 4.0/5.0. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure the efficient and reliable operation of automated systems. We are looking for someone to help drive us into the future of advanced manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Research, design, develop, test, commission, document, and sustain automation solutions
• Work hands-on with electronics, sensors, equipment, and software
• Integrate automation systems with existing hardware and software, ensuring seamless operation
• Work closely with stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver effective automation solutions
• Provide scope, qualification, resource, and budget estimates for automation projects
• Create and maintain detailed documentation for all automation processes and systems
• Build an understanding of manufacturing processes
• Provide ongoing maintenance and technical support, troubleshooting issues as they arise
• Investigate industry best practices and explore the capabilities of the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT)
• Interact with vendors to ensure potential systems meet site requirements
• Train end users (if any) on new or improved processes
• Communicate with colleagues / analyze current systems to identify opportunities for improvement
• Foster a positive safety culture in which no one gets hurt
• Support the Automation & Software Group with all other required technical needs

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering or similar field
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve complex technical problems
• Proficiency with electrical lab equipment
• Hands-on experience with wiring, soldering, electrical circuit design, and integration
• Proficiency in programming languages (LabVIEW, Java, JavaScript, Python, SQL, PLC)
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies
• Must be a self-starter, detail-oriented, and have exceptional organizational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing shop setting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Nice-to-haves

• Previous internships or experience in automation projects or related fields are highly desirable
• Experience with programmable logic controller (PLC) programming and troubleshooting
• LabVIEW experience and proficiency
• Understanding of SCADA systems
• Proficiency in wiring electrical components and circuits, including soldering skills for reliable connections
• Experience in hydraulic testing environments
• Experience designing and analyzing control systems
• Understanding of digital and analog signal processing
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and systems (e.g. lean manufacturing, Six Sigma)
• Experience working with high-voltage systems

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Bonus platforms
• Holidays/Vacation/Sick Time
• 401k Savings & Investment Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical/Dental/Vision Plans
• HSA/FSA
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Accident/Hospital/Critical Care Plans
• Pet Insurance
• Gym & Rideshare Incentives
• Legal Insurance/Identity Theft
• Flexible Schedules
• 3 & 4-day work week
• ½ day Fridays