Excel Engineering · 1 week ago
Automation Engineer - Life Sciences (KY)
Lexington,KY,US
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
3+ years expExcel Engineering is seeking an Automation Engineer for its Life Sciences division. This position will execute projects both independently and in a team structure, delivering engineered industrial control & automation solutions to clients in support of their manufacturing processes.
Industrial AutomationIndustrial EngineeringProject Management
Responsibilities
Understand client manufacturing processes to support the design of associated control systems and automation integration
Develop functional specification and design specification documents for client review and subsequent code development
Create programmable logical controller (PLC) programs, HMI applications, and batch recipes from user requirements and functional specifications
Perform control system validation based on specification documents and project requirements, either developing and executing directly or as automation support for designated validation resources
Develop project scopes and estimates based on discussions with clients. Develop and issue proposals in response to client requests
Specify, configure, and commission variable frequency drives (VFDs) based on project scope
Design network layout and analyze data traffic and server requirements to support the control system design
Perform calculations for power, heat dissipation, wire sizing, fusing, and other activities required for control panel design
Delegate and assign work to team members on larger-scope projects and independently execute multiple concurrent small projects as needed
Qualification
Required
Engineering degree from an ABET accredited institution or equivalent experience
Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale
Minimum of (3) or more years' experience as an industrial control systems/automation engineer
Knowledge of industrial control system technology including the following: Rockwell ControlLogix, FactoryTalk View SE and ME, FactoryTalk Batch, FactoryTalk Historian / AVEVA PI Historian, Distributed control systems and platforms (e.g. ThinManager, FTDirectory)
Process engineering knowledge including PID control, batch manufacturing, and associated process equipment
Problem solving skills and ability to assess and overcome challenges and project hurdles
Ability to travel up to 25%
Preferred
Experience in one or more of the following industries highly preferred: pharmaceuticals, biotech, food and beverage, nutritionals, nuclear, and chemical
Benefits
Continuing education and on the job training
Retirement plan – 401(k) matching
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
Wellness program
Paid time off
Flexible schedule and work environment - Hybrid Work Schedule
Bonus pay for Overtime
Company
Excel Engineering
Excel Engineering is an automation company that focuses on electrical, transmission, and IT/OT system engineering services.
51-200 employees
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