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Cannon · 19 hours ago

Senior Automation Specialist

San Luis Obispo, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$92K/yr - $138K/yr

8+ years exp

Cannon Corp is a company that has provided creative solutions to clients in the energy industry and public infrastructure since 1976. They are seeking a Senior Automation Specialist to design, implement, and improve industrial automated systems and processes within a manufacturing or industrial setting.

ConsultingEnergyGovernmentInformation TechnologyLegal

Comp. & Benefits

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Lead or support integration projects, including scope development, budgeting, scheduling, and procurement

Assist in the development and cost estimation for proposals tailored to client requirements

Interface with clients to ensure successful project coordination, system performance, and client satisfaction

Design and program automated systems: PLCs, sensors, actuators, control panels, and HMI interfaces

Create and troubleshoot PLC code (Rockwell, Modicon preferred) and HMI applications for industrial processes

Integrate new automation systems with existing processes and equipment

Oversee and train others to test, validate, and calibrate automated systems to ensure compliance, reliability, and safety

Identify opportunities for process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and increase system reliability

Maintain detailed documentation (schematics, SOPs, backups) for all automation systems

Specify and commission SCADA systems, including server/client setup, network architecture, and instrumentation

Qualification

PLC systemsHMI programmingSCADA integrationIndustrial wiring diagramsProcess instrumentationProject managementCircuit calculationsCertified ElectricianEnglish communicationProblem-solvingDocumentationCollaboration skills

Required

8+ years' experience integrating automation and electrical systems in industrial environments

Strong knowledge of PLC systems (Rockwell Automation, Modicon), HMI programming, and SCADA integration

Proficiency in industrial wiring diagrams, ladder schematics, and logic drawings

Programming experience in ladder logic, function block diagrams, and object-oriented structured text programming languages and SQL

Experience with process instrumentation and final control elements (VFDs, control valves, transmitters, sensors)

Skilled with configuration tools, such as handheld HART communicators and computer-based configurators

Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (Ethernet/IP, RS232, RS485, HART, Serial/Ethernet radios)

Proven project management experience across automation lifecycle phases

Strong problem-solving, documentation, and collaboration skills

Effective written and verbal communication in English

Ability to perform basic circuit and instrument calculations and apply mathematical concepts in engineering tasks

Valid driver's license and proof of insurance required

Preferred

Certified Electrician is a plus

Benefits

Relocation assistance

Excellent benefits package

Remote work flexibility

Active and positive team building, work environment

Company

Cannon

Cannon is a management consulting company that provides land development, power generation, public infrastructure, and defense solutions.

Founded in 1976

Bakersfield, California, USA

51-200 employees

http://cannoncorp.us

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