Saint-Gobain · 6 hours ago
Automation Engineer I
Nashville, AR
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
3+ years expSaint Gobain is a company focused on process reliability and environmental compliance. They are seeking an Automation Engineer I to support and optimize plant automation systems, develop control logic, and analyze production data to improve safety and efficiency.
ConstructionManufacturingBuilding Material
Responsibilities
Support, maintain, and optimize plant automation systems , including PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, and industrial networks
Develop, modify, and troubleshoot control logic to improve equipment reliability, throughput, and process stability
Provide technical support for instrumentation and control devices , including sensors, transmitters, VFDs, servos, and vision or measurement systems
Lead or support automation scope for capital projects , including equipment specification, controls design, installation oversight, and commissioning
Analyze process and production data to identify opportunities for improvement in safety, quality, and efficiency
Participate in root cause analysis (RCA) for electrical and controls-related downtime events and implement corrective actions
Ensure safety system integrity , including interlocks, e_stops, lockout points, and machine safeguarding controls
Collaborate with cross functional teams to support daily operations and long-term plant performance goals
Train technicians and operators on automation systems, troubleshooting methods, and best practices
Drive continuous improvement initiatives , leveraging automation to reduce waste, improve uptime, and enhance product consistency
Serve as the plants first point of contact for IT issues
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science in Engineering is required
Minimum of 3 years working within a Controls & Automation Engineering role in continuous process manufacturing plants, or similar
“Hands-On” problem solver capable of providing on-site and remote support to multiple plants to solve complex automation-related issues and any difficult troubleshooting issues
Programming of Allen Bradley PLCs (ControlLogix) is required
Preferred
Electrical Engineering is preferred
Benefits
Excellent healthcare options: Medical, vision, prescription & dental
Family Focus & Balance: Parental leave, paid time-off & Employee Assistance Program
Financial Security: Competitive 401(k), Company-funded Retirement Accumulation Plan &
Employee Stock Purchase Program (PEG)
Tuition Reimbursement: Continuing education for every season of your career
Pet Insurance options: Insurance plan & prescription discount program for your furry friends
Employee Recognition Programs
PerkSpot: Our exclusive one-stop online discount marketplace
LiveWell: Rewarding you for living a healthy lifestyle
Company
Saint-Gobain
Saint-Gobain is a manufacturer and distributor of building materials for the construction and industrial markets. It is a sub-organization of Filtralite.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.99B2009-03-18Post Ipo Equity· $1.99B
1999-04-01IPO
Leadership Team
Benoît Bazin
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Frédéric Guimbal
Group Vice President for Construction Chemicals Performance
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