Automation Systems Designer

6 days ago

Decatur, Alabama, United States Salas O'Brien Full time
Automation Designer Job Description

Salas O'Brien is seeking a skilled Automation Designer to join our team in Decatur, AL. As an Automation Designer, you will be responsible for designing and implementing automation systems for industrial facilities.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Design and develop automation systems using AutoCAD Electrical and other software tools.
  • Develop detailed installation drawings, including locations plans, conduit plans, installation details, and wiring diagrams.
  • Work under the direction of a project engineer and/or work independently on various sized projects.
  • Gather information through site visits, take notes, and make sketches to be used in design/drawings.
  • Assist with the estimation of project design hours and total installed cost (TIC) associated with projects.
  • Perform periodic design reviews to ensure technical and quality standards are maintained.
  • Assist with the preparation of contractor bid packages.
  • Follow construction in the field and assist contractors to ensure design standards are met.
  • Work on a team to perform onsite system commissioning and startup support.
  • Incorporate field as-built red-lines to original designs to create record drawings.
Requirements:
  • 5+ years of experience in automation design in industrial facilities.
  • Proficient with AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, and Revit.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
  • Experience designing PLC and HMI controls systems.
  • Experience with the design of process instrumentation and instrument control loop.
  • Experience designing controls system networks, including Ethernet, IO Link, Modbus, and ControlNet.
  • Familiar with the application of the National Electrical Code.
  • Ability to interpret P&IDs.
  • Ability to express technical issues in a clear and concise manner, both written and verbally.
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities.
Physical and Ergonomic Requirements:
  • Lifting/carrying: Carrying light loads related to field measurement equipment and equipment cases weighing 15 lbs. or less.
  • Dexterity: Ability to type using a keyboard with relative efficiency and make handwritten notes and sketches indoors and outdoors at industrial plants and construction sites.
  • Walking/Climbing: Ability to use multi-level stair towers and rung ladders unassisted.
  • Visual Acuity: Ability to discern single-line and 3-dimensional computer images representing objects being designed or drafted.
  • Hearing: Ability to hear safety alarms and signals while wearing hearing protection.
  • Physical exertion: Ability to walk up to one mile on industrial plants and construction sites outdoors at any time of the year.
  • Breathing: Ability to work while wearing a respirator or self-contained breathing apparatus.

Location: Decatur, AL

Travel: Up to 5%

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Salas O'Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws.

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