Automation Engineer

Overview The Senior Automation Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, supporting, and continuously improving automation systems that drive manufacturing efficiency and operational excellence. Please look for strong experience in design/build/integration of automation equipment using Allen Bradley, Fanuc, Studio 5000 & Solidworks electrical and mechanical modeling/drawing creation.

Work Schedule on site from Monday thru Friday 7am to 4pm

Work Schedule on site from Monday thru Friday 7am to 4pm
Please look for strong experience in design/build/integration of automation equipment using Allen Bradley, Fanuc, Studio 5000 & Solidworks electrical and mechanical modeling/drawing creation.

Senior Automation Engineer
Overview The Senior Automation Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, supporting, and continuously improving automation systems that drive manufacturing efficiency and operational excellence. This position leads automation projects, troubleshoots complex controls issues, collaborates with cross-functional teams, and serves as a technical expert for automation technologies.

Key Responsibilities
Design, program, and support PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, robotics, vision systems, and process controls.
Lead automation projects from concept through commissioning.
Troubleshoot complex controls, automation, and integration issues.
Develop and maintain automation standards, documentation, and best practices.
Partner with manufacturing, quality, maintenance, IT, and external vendors.
Perform root cause analysis and support continuous improvement initiatives.
Ensure compliance with safety, cybersecurity, and industry standards.
Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership.
Support equipment upgrades, capacity expansions, and new product introductions.

Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
5+ years of industrial automation, controls engineering, or manufacturing engineering experience.
Strong PLC programming experience (Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or equivalent).
Experience with HMI/SCADA systems and industrial communication networks.
Proven automation system design and implementation experience.
Strong troubleshooting skills for electrical and control systems.
Ability to manage multiple projects independently.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications
Experience with robotics, machine vision, and motion control.
MES (Manufacturing Execution System) experience.
Knowledge of NFPA, IEC, OSHA, and safety-rated controls.
Project leadership experience.
Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Kaizen experience.

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.