Automation Engineer I

$65,000 - $75,000/Yr

ZipRecruiter - Sioux Falls, SD

Full-time - Entry Level

Sioux Falls, SD

About the position

The Automation Engineer I role at Direct Companies involves executing, controlling, and delivering modifications to control systems within industrial and commercial environments. The position requires collaboration with clients and team members to ensure timely project completion while applying continuous improvement practices. The engineer will primarily work with DCS or PLC programs to support clients in their process plant operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute process control system integration projects of small to medium size.
• Perform project deliverables under general supervision while adhering to scope, schedule, and budget constraints.
• Program, configure, test, and commission PLC and HMI based control systems as assigned.
• Verify client quality measures are being met.
• Utilize, support, and enhance Direct Automation's standards and best practices.
• Understand and follow all safety, conduct, and policy requirements established by Direct Companies and clients.
• Execute, control, and oversee all modifications to control systems.
• Prepare IO and instrument lists and datasheets.
• Prepare diagrams and control panel layouts.
• Commissioning on Network Communications, DCS and HMI.
• Review and recommend drawings, lists and specifications relative to instrumentation and process control.
• Provide technical support and resources for specific DCS and HMI equipment to other engineers.
• Field commissioning as required.
• Site start-up support of integrated control systems.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned or deemed necessary by management.

Requirements

• Minimum of a bachelor's OR technical degree and 2 years experience resulting in automation and process control systems knowledge (DCS, PLC, SCADA, Networking, etc.).
• Process control experience, ABB, Emerson DeltaV, Rockwell, or Siemens PCS7 experience.
• Experience with Industrial Communication Networks and control panel design.
• Possess good communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with all levels of management, clients, and vendors.

Nice-to-haves

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated and capable of working in a project team environment.
• Project Management experience.
• Exhibits a high level of initiative and resourcefulness.
• Earnestly looks for ways to improve skills and is a dedicated and driven learner.
• Excellent customer service and teamwork skills.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• AD&D
• 401K
• PTO
• FSA
• Flexible scheduling
• Collaborative environment