MEP - Automation Engineer

Kforce Inc

Phoenix, AZ

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Alternative Energy, Automation, Automation Engineering, Component Selection, Control Engineering, Customer Relations, Human Machine Interface (HMI), Identify Issues, Mentoring, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Project Execution, System Test, System Validation, Team Player, Testing, Validation Testing, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Phoenix, AZ
POSTED
16 days ago

Kforce has a client that is seeking a MEP Automation Engineer in Phoenix, AZ.

Summary: The client is looking for a seasoned Automation Engineer with a strong controls engineering background supporting critical power and/or renewable energy environments. This role focuses on designing, deploying, and supporting PLC and HMI systems used in power distribution applications.

You will play a key role in system design, validation, and troubleshooting, working closely with engineering teams and customers to deliver high-quality automation solutions. This position also serves as a technical mentor to junior engineers and requires occasional travel to support project execution.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and deploy PLC and HMI solutions for power distribution systems
  • Support system validation, testing, and troubleshooting activities
  • Collaborate with engineering teams on component selection and system design
  • Serve as a technical mentor and escalation point for junior engineers
  • Interface directly with customers to gather and execute technical requirements
  • Travel to customer sites as needed (~20%)

About the Company

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Kforce Inc

Kforce is a solutions firm specializing in technology, finance and accounting, and professional staffing services. Our KNOWLEDGEforce® empowers top companies to achieve their digital transformation goals. We curate teams of technical experts who deliver solutions custom-tailored to each client’s needs. These scalable, flexible outcomes are shaped by deep market knowledge, thought leadership and our multi-industry expertise.

 

Our integrated approach is rooted in 60 years of proven success deploying highly skilled professionals on a temporary and direct-hire basis. Each year, approximately 18,000 talented experts work with the Fortune 500 and other leading companies. Together, we deliver Great Results Through Strategic Partnership and Knowledge Sharing®.

COMPANY SIZE
1,000 to 1,499 employees
INDUSTRY
Financial Services
FOUNDED
1962
WEBSITE
http://www.kforce.com/