Automation Engineer - Industrial - Salem, MA

Michael Page International

Salem, Massachusetts
3 days ago

$110,000–$130,000 Per Year
Full-time

Highlights

The successful applicant will have:Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline.5+ years of automation engineering experience within chemical, process, or industrial manufacturing environments. Automation EngineerThe Automation Engineer will report into the Engineering Manager and be responsible for:Support the installation, integration, commissioning, and startup of new automation and process equipment.

Numbers & Facts

Location	Salem, Massachusetts
Job Type	Full-time
Industry	Staffing/Employment Agencies
Salary	$110,000–$130,000 Per Year
Company Size	10,000 employees or more
Website	https://www.michaelpage.ca/

Description

Automation EngineerThe Automation Engineer will report into the Engineering Manager and be responsible for:Support the installation, integration, commissioning, and startup of new automation and process equipment.Troubleshoot electrical, controls, instrumentation, and automation issues affecting production performance.Lead and support safety initiatives focused on risk reduction and process improvement.Provide field support during startups, process upsets, and abnormal operating conditions.Modify and troubleshoot PLC and HMI systems to support equipment upgrades and manufacturing improvements.Coordinate activities with contractors, equipment vendors, and internal stakeholders during capital projects.Participate in Process Hazard Analyses (PHA/HAZOP) and implement automation and control safeguards.Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to improve equipment reliability.Develop and maintain electrical drawings, schematics, loop diagrams, and related documentation.Lead small to medium-sized capital, reliability, and automation projects.MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.The successful applicant will have:Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline.5+ years of automation engineering experience within chemical, process, or industrial manufacturing environments.Strong knowledge of PLCs, industrial controls, electrical systems, and power distribution.Experience integrating new automation equipment into existing manufacturing operations.Proven troubleshooting experience in active production environments.Familiarity with OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) standards and requirements.Experience with Ignition, FactoryTalk, or similar industrial software platforms preferred.Strong communication, problem-solving, and project management skills.What's on offer:Competitive salary ranging from $110,000 to $130,000.Comprehensive benefits package as outlined in the offer letter.Stable global organization known for investing in employee development.Enjoy a highly visible engineering role.Supportive and innovative company culture.Job summary:SectorEngineering & ManufacturingSub SectorProduction, ManufacturingIndustryIndustrial / ManufacturingWhereSalemContract TypePermanent

About Company

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world. Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job. In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas: Banking and financial services Digital and e-commerce Engineering and manufacturing Finance and accounting Human resources Information technology Marketing Oil and gas Procurement and supply chain Property and construction Sales An Established Brand The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry. A Market Leader The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world. Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.