Electrical Automation Engineer
DSJ Global is currently partnered with a $15B Metal Manufacturing organization who is looking to bring on multiple Electrical Automation Engineers to lead the design, integration, and enhancement of intelligent control systems within a high-tech industrial manufacturing environment. This role is pivotal in driving operational excellence through smart automation, system optimization, and cross-functional collaboration.
Key Responsibilities:
- Partner with operations and maintenance teams to support and enhance automated production systems in a fast-paced, heavy industrial setting.
- Architect and deploy advanced control solutions-both hardware and software to elevate throughput, product consistency, equipment reliability, and energy efficiency.
- Gain deep insight into end-to-end production workflows, from raw material input to final product output, and identify automation opportunities across each stage.
- Evaluate and refine programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and human-machine interfaces (HMIs) to streamline processes and reduce downtime.
- Develop and monitor key performance metrics, ensuring seamless integration between plant-floor automation and enterprise-level information systems.
- Troubleshoot and resolve control system issues, taking full ownership from diagnosis to resolution.
- Draft technical documentation including system specifications, functional requirements, and architectural designs for automation projects.
- Lead and manage automation-related initiatives, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business goals.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical discipline.
- Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in industrial automation or process control engineering.
- Proficiency with PLC platforms such as Allen-Bradley, Fanuc, or Modicon, and experience with variable frequency drives (VFDs).
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across departments, with excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Analytical mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
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