Automation Engineer
Metasysinc
3 days ago
Contract
On-site
Omaha, Nebraska, United States
$34.53 - $34.53 USD hourly
Automation
Automation Engineer - 6+ Month Contract
Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop company standards and policies for controls hardware and software.
- Establish programming standards, including tag naming, alarming, safety shutdown, engine sequencing, control algorithms, and acceptance testing.
- Create standardized modular programming philosophy for PLC and HMI applications.
- Manage machine health and compliance reporting for engines to ensure reliability.
- Provide technical input for effective design, installation, and operation of control systems.
- Collaborate with automation integrators to meet project requirements and standards.
- Develop PLC and HMI applications for small projects and provide commissioning support.
- Develop migration plans and replacement recommendations for control systems.
- Investigate, analyze, and make recommendations for equipment reliability and efficiency.
- Assist in software application installation, evaluation, and maintenance.
- Interface with management and field personnel for uniformity and customer service.
Position Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, civil, or chemical engineering.
- Three or more years of progressive related work experience.
- Experience in pipeline-related field activity preferred.
- Proficiency in multiple industrial control systems software platforms.
- Knowledge of computer and control system networks and protocols.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently.
- Willingness to continuously upgrade technical knowledge.
- Strong team-oriented and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment, initiative, and ability to work under pressure.
- Availability for 24/7 callout.