Automation Engineer (Traveler)

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.
Milwaukee, NE
Job Description
Supports the larger project team with designing, developing, and implementing automation control systems for various industrial processes and critical infrastructure. Maximizes equipment reliability and operational performance of equipment such as conveyors, sortation systems, scanners, cameras, print and apply systems, and SCADA devices and programs.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, automation engineering, or equivalent
  • 4+ years of equivalent professional experience
  • 2+ years of experience with PLC-controlled automation and issue diagnosis in a continuous process or production environment
  • 2+ years of experience with Ladder Logic and structure programming from Allen-Brady, or similar
  • Experience acting in a team lead capacity that supports, trains, and mentors less experienced automation engineering professionals
  • Advanced proficiency in verbal and written English
  • 2+ years of experience identifying, maintaining, troubleshooting, programming, and designing HMI and control network components
  • 2+ years of experience with electrical theory, robotics, controls components, automated equipment
  • 2+ years of experience interpreting, modifying, and developing mechanical and electrical drawings
  • Ability to interpret and understand policies and procedures and relate them to others
  • Continuous improvement mindset
  • 2+ years of experience of industrial electrical hands-on experience and troubleshooting, including 480V 3-phase, 110 VAC, and 24VDC systems
  • 2+ years of experience in controls design or programming experience
  • 2+ years of system integration experience
  • Problem-solving mindset for debugging systems
  • Ability to read and understand mechanical, electrical, and plumbing plans is required
  • Adaptability and continuous learning to keep up with industry trends
  • Experience driving continuous improvement or programmatic solutions in relation to automated equipment
  • Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency
  • Experience working with multiple stakeholders (Operations, Safety, etc.) to coordinate complex maintenance activities
  • Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint)
  • Must have a proven commitment to Safety
  • Must be able to safely and legally operate a vehicle
  • Ability to travel as necessary, including overnight stays

Benefits

  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • 401k Matching
  • Retirement Plan
  • Health Insurance
  • Paid Vacation
  • Holidays Off
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