Automation Engineer

Overview

Develop, test, and maintain control software for industrial machinery.

Key Responsibilities

• control software
• software standards
• vfd parametrization
• industrial networking
• plc programming
• hmi development

Tasks

-Develop, test, and maintain control software for industrial machinery. -Set standards for the form, fit, and function of machine control software. -Parametrize VFDs and ensure industrial networking is robust. -Contribute to the innovation, safety, and performance of industrial products. -Engage in PLC programming and HMI development.

Requirements

• bachelor's
• 3+ years
• siemens plc
• rockwell plc
• aveva intouch
• safety standards

What You Bring

-Familiarity with communication protocols and industrial networking. -3+ years of experience in automation engineering for industrial machinery, preferably in plastics or heavy equipment industries. -Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation, or related field. -Experience with AVEVA InTouch HMI configuration. -Experience conducting FATs and troubleshooting control logic in live environments. -Experience with large motors and VFDs (≥600kW) including commissioning and parameter setup. -Knowledge of automation systems including instrumentation (analog and digital), Pneumatic and Hydraulic systems including programming, startup, and troubleshooting. -Proficiency in Siemens PLC programming (TIA Portal). -Strong knowledge of safety standards and industrial control systems design. -Proficiency in Rockwell PLC programming (Studio 5000).

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About Actalent

-Born in July 2021 by merging Aerotek’s engineering & sciences arm with EASi, Actalent emerged as a focused engineering-and-science partner. -Backed by Allegis Group, it drives scale and speed to market via contract, managed, and technical services. -Headquartered in Maryland with global reach, it deploys specialized teams across North America, Europe, and APAC on Fortune 500 projects. -Typical engagements span EV design, vaccine development, lab services, clinical research, and infrastructure systems. -Expertise covers a wide spectrum: aerospace, defense, healthcare, manufacturing, software systems, environmental and civil engineering.

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