Industrial Automation Engineer

About the position

Join our team as an Industrial Automation Engineer! This is a hybrid role based out of our Indianapolis, IN office. The position is salaried and includes eligibility for overtime pay. Industrial Automation Engineers at Matrix Technologies work on a variety of automation projects in multiple industries ultimately solving client problems through the design, programming, testing, and commissioning of PLC based control systems. Industrial Automation Engineers in this position work on projects in a team environment under the direction and mentorship of a more senior-level Industrial Automation Engineer. Project work involves a variety of clients in multiple industries using various control platforms. Industrial Automation Engineers interface with both external clients as well as other internal engineering disciplines within the Matrix organization to gather field data, prepare functional specifications, write PLC code, develop HMI graphics, perform client acceptance testing, and start-up new automation systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist the project team with the software development process associated with both existing and new PLC based control systems.
• Design new Operator graphic screens, interfaces to other control systems, and interfaces to external computing platforms.
• Assist more senior engineers with preparing the project functional specification and project test specifications.
• Develop PLC code and HMI graphics.
• Execute a software Factory Acceptance Test.
• Perform on-site commissioning and start-up.
• Assist with control system check-out, commissioning, and on-site start-up.
• Prepare project correspondence as needed.
• Maintain positive client relationships on projects assigned.

Requirements

• Four or more years’ experience as an Industrial Automation Engineer or equivalent.
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science Engineering, Computer Technology or related field from an ABET-accredited college or university.
• Minimum four years of PLC/HMI programming, automation, electrical troubleshooting and start-up experience.
• Engineer In Training (EIT) or Professional Engineering (PE) certification is preferred.
• Varied industrial background is a plus. Key industries include food, chemical, pharmaceuticals, and manufacturing.
• Develop high-quality, error-free industrial software programs in keeping with the defined project requirements.
• Ability to travel approximately 15-25%, both locally and overnight.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in varied industrial backgrounds such as food, chemical, pharmaceuticals, and manufacturing.

Benefits

• Health Insurance with Prescription Drug Coverage, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off (Extra Days for Purchase) and Nine Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave, Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Schedules, Work at Home Options
• Wellness Program with Incentive Dollars, Preventative Health Screenings
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) and Roth Plans with 5% Match and immediate vesting upon enrollment
• Market-based competitive Compensation and Overtime Pay for Salaried positions
• Quarterly Bonus Program and Spot Bonus Program
• Pre-Tax Health Savings Account (HSA) with Match, and Pre-Tax Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life Insurance Paid by Matrix and Buy-Up Options
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Plan Paid by Matrix
• Technical, Managerial, and Administrative Career Paths
• Onboarding and Mentoring, Internal Training and Cross Training
• PE Certifications, Registration, and Renewals
• Assessments and Leadership Development
• External Certification Programs, Professional Memberships
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Regular Employee Updates and Town Halls, Annual Engagement Surveys
• Employee Service Awards and Peer Recognition
• Casual Dress
• Discount Programs
• Community Involvement Committee
• Sports Teams and Clubs