Automation Engineer - PLC programming and HMI design

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78218, San Antonio, TX, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Industrial • Manufacturing
The Role
Develop and deliver industrial automation projects, including PLC programming, HMI design, SCADA systems, ancillary equipment integration, control circuit troubleshooting, and project documentation. The role includes collaborating with sales and customers, performing onsite and remote equipment startups, and traveling up to 30% for implementation and commissioning.
Summary Generated by Built In
Mission Controls & Automation, a SunSource company, provides a full range of motor controls and electrical products to customers in the industrial, manufacturing, construction, pharmaceutical, and energy sectors. Our extensive network of global suppliers ensures that we offer complete solutions and meet customers’ tight timelines.
www.mission-controls.com 

We are a fast paced, industrial automation company looking for a candidate that can take ownership of an automation project and follow it through to customer satisfaction. You will work with our sales department and customers to develop automation that ranges from controlling basic OEM equipment to designing SCADA systems.
You will be supported by a group of seasoned integrators with a vast wealth of knowledge and experience. Our team has a proven track record of design, programming and start-up of automation projects throughout the US.

Primary Responsibilities

  • PLC programming and HMI design
  • Onsite and remote equipment start-up (up to 30% travel)
  • Ancillary equipment programming and integration
  • Project documentation

What We Are Looking For

  • 5+ years of demonstrated hands-on Allen Bradley or Siemens PLC/HMI experience
  • Experience with control circuit design/ troubleshooting
  • Electro-mechanical experience
  • VFD knowledge
  • Ability to interpret and apply technical documents quickly
  • Proven track record of successful automation projects

Preferred

  • Electrical Engineering Degree
  • Autocad or Autocad Electrical Experience
  • Motor and PLC control panel design, Product Specification and BOM Generation
  • Ethernet networking knowledge
  • Excel proficiency
  • Experience with database development and queries
  • Experience with Java, Python or scripting
  • Industry
  • Industrial Automation

Our goal is to provide the best solutions and service for our customers whether they are a small OEM or an Oil and Gas Titan. We offer a team of well-rounded, committed individuals striving to meet the needs of the ever-evolving world of automation.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.  If you are an individual with a disability and require an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact [email protected] to request reasonable accommodation. Only requests for accommodation in the application process will be returned from this email address.  This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click hereaquí).   
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Skills Required

  • 5+ years of hands-on Allen Bradley or Siemens PLC and HMI experience
  • Experience with control circuit design and troubleshooting
  • Electro-mechanical experience
  • VFD knowledge
  • Ability to interpret and apply technical documents quickly
  • Proven track record of successful automation projects
  • Electrical Engineering degree
  • AutoCAD or AutoCAD Electrical experience
  • Motor and PLC control panel design experience
  • Product specification and BOM generation experience
  • Ethernet networking knowledge
  • Excel proficiency
  • Database development and query experience
  • Experience with Java, Python, or scripting

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  • Healthcare Strength Healthcare Strength: Medical, dental, and vision coverage with plan options are offered alongside wellness programs and an EAP. Offerings also include HSA/HRA and FSA choices that broaden the health coverage scope.
  • Retirement Support Retirement Support: A 401(k) with company match is included and called out in employer-provided materials. This provides a clear foundation for long-term savings within the total rewards package.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Leave & Time Off Breadth: Paid vacation and holidays are part of the package, with PTO described as decent and vacation potentially capping near four weeks. These time-off elements contribute to a rounded core benefits menu.

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The Company
HQ: Addison, IL
1,861 Employees

What We Do

SunSource, a leader in industrial and mobile fluid power distribution for over 85 years, provides customers with innovative solutions that help reduce maintenance costs, lower operating costs and increase productivity. The solutions are part of the SunSource Advantage: a comprehensive program offering design and engineering support; supply chain optimization; productivity solutions; value-added services; and repair capabilities. As a national distributor with local presence, SunSource has a unique and dominant position as a full-service resource for the industrial, OEM, MRO and mobile industrial equipment industries. We distribute a broad range of components, but SunSource is much more than a distributor just supplying fluid power components or systems. Along with high-quality products, we provide a commitment to high-quality customer service and technically sound, cost-effective solutions. SunSource’s history of accomplishment and continued growth means that we give the best condition to energetic, driven people to be effective in their role. We pride ourselves on a culture that provides opportunities for development and advancement of our associates. In addition, we build meaningful relations with our customers, suppliers and internal associates. We are all bound by a pledge to a common mission toward providing the highest quality products and services within our industry and achieving the company’s growth objectives

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