[Hiring] Senior Automation Engineer @Matrix Technologies

Role Description

Join our team as a Senior Automation Engineer! This is a remote position reporting through our Cincinnati, OH office, with primary responsibility for supporting clients in Louisville, KY, and the surrounding region. Candidates based in the greater Louisville area are preferred. The position is salaried and includes eligibility for overtime pay.

This position requires seasoned control systems development experience. The Senior Automation Engineer performs assignments and can create specifications when little or no user requirements are provided. Independently evaluates, selects, and applies standard programming techniques, procedures, and criteria. Under supervision, this employee may direct one or more projects and may have one or more team members to supervise on projects.

Project work involves a variety of clients in multiple industries using various control platforms. Automation Engineers interface with both external clients as well as other internal engineering disciplines within the Matrix organization to gather field data, prepare functional specifications, write DCS and/or PLC code, develop HMI graphics, perform client acceptance testing, and start-up automation systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Learn and follow industry, Matrix, and client safety practices and procedures.
• Helps supervise and direct the safety issues of the site team.
• Helps develop safety guidelines specific to control systems.
• Responsible for compliance with company and site safety policies.
• Learn and follow Matrix Standards and Procedures; mentor others in their use.
• Participate in the continuous improvement of Matrix Standards and Procedures.
• Learn and follow Matrix Project Methodology; help develop and improve our methodology.
• Prepare project scopes of work, preliminary design concepts, and cost estimates.
• Assist in gathering field data and preparing project specifications.
• Report project performance.
• Lead the project team through the software development process associated with both existing and new DCS/PLC based control systems.
• Lead the preparation of functional specifications, project test specifications, developing DCS/PLC code, developing HMI graphics, executing a software Factory Acceptance Test, and performing on-site commissioning and start-up.
• Develop high-quality, error-free industrial software programs in keeping with the defined project requirements.
• Responsible for effective communication with other engineering disciplines to coordinate & collaborate designs.
• May serve as client sponsor to help identify new project opportunities, including leading proposal efforts.
• Provide leadership and guidance to less experienced engineers.
• Learn and follow Matrix Core Values; expected to set the example for others.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering or related field from an ABET-accredited college or university.
• Minimum six years of controls, automation, and electrical troubleshooting and start-up experience.
• Systems Integrator experience is a plus.
• EPC project experience preferred.
• Experience with distillery operations, process manufacturing, or industrial automation within the spirits sector is considered a strong asset.
• Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) or Professional Engineer (PE) certification preferred.
• Preference will be given to candidates with Allen-Bradley, Rockwell Automation, Siemens, and Aveva experience.
• Knowledge of continuous batching processes and controls is a plus.
• Experience with protocols including Ethernet/IP, DeviceNet, and Modbus TCP/IP.
• Knowledge in Process Control Network Architecture design.
• Varied industrial background is a plus; key industries include food and beverage, chemical, pharmaceuticals, and manufacturing.
• Ability to travel approximately 15-25%, both locally and overnight.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Able to access required client work sites.

Physical Requirements

• Occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; stoop, kneel, crouch; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk, and hear.
• Frequently lift and/or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• May perform industrial field work, which could include exposure to hazardous locations, inclement weather, moving mechanical parts, noise, ladders, uneven ground, and stairs.
• May perform industrial field work, which could include exposure to a wide range of known food allergens.

Benefits

• Health Insurance with Prescription Drug Coverage, Dental and Vision Insurance.
• Generous Paid Time Off (Extra Days for Purchase) and Ten Paid Holidays.
• Paid Parental Leave, Bereavement Leave.
• Flexible Work Schedules, Work at Home Options.
• Wellness Program with Incentive Dollars, Preventive Health Screenings.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Critical Illness and Accident Insurance.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• 401(k) and Roth Plans with 5% Match and immediate vesting upon enrollment.
• Market-based competitive Compensation and Overtime Pay for Salaried positions.
• Quarterly Bonus Program and Spot Bonus Program.
• Pre-Tax Health Savings Account (HSA) with Match, and Pre-Tax Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Life Insurance Paid by Matrix and Buy-Up Options.
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Plan Paid by Matrix.
• Technical, Managerial, and Administrative Career Paths.
• Onboarding and Mentoring, Internal Training and Cross Training.
• PE Certifications, Registration, and Renewals.
• Assessments and Leadership Development.
• External Certification Programs, Professional Memberships.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program.
• Regular Employee Updates and Town Halls, Annual Engagement Surveys.
• Employee Service Awards and Peer Recognition.
• Strong Fundamentals (Core Values).
• Employee Referral Program/Bonus.
• Casual Dress.
• Discount Programs.
• Community Involvement Committee.
• Sports Teams and Clubs.

Salary Information

We offer market-competitive compensation for a Senior Automation Controls Engineer with a base range of $92,000 to $130,000 annually that includes profit sharing, ESOP participation, 401(k) matching, and overtime pay. Salaries are based on experience, skills, and qualifications.