Senior Automation Engineer

Estimated Salary: $80,000 - $110,000 per year

APEX Controls, LLC is a leading automation and controls engineering firm with a proven track record of helping companies improve their manufacturing processes. Our team of engineers and electricians collaborate to provide innovative solutions for our clients.

We are seeking a forward-thinking Control Systems Engineer to join our team in Indianapolis, Indiana. This position will require travel between customer sites on a weekly basis. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to shape the future of our industry and work on complex engineering challenges.

• Provide preventative and on-demand maintenance services to customers
• Troubleshoot systems and help restore them to working conditions
• Assist with start-up services on new projects, working closely with APEX and end-customer engineering and electrical teams
• Develop electrical and pneumatic designs using 2-D CAD software
• Develop and support control systems software, including PLC, motion control, programmable safety, robot vision systems, etc.
• Develop and support HMI and SCADA systems, including graphics, macros, scripting, etc.
• Develop networking architectures common to industry, such as industrial Ethernet, IO-Link, etc.
• Develop electrical and pneumatic bills of materials
• Design and evaluate safety control circuitry and systems
• Review customer requirements and specifications to ensure compliance with electrical design and software
• Check peer designs for accuracy and consistency with standards
• Work with internal staff to evaluate future projects
• Participate in and lead technical and non-technical training of customers
• Work with electricians and technicians to review control system construction and wiring
• Interpret mechanical and process flow drawings to determine control system requirements
• Power up and commission control systems
• Communicate and share information with APEX sales, management, and admin teams
• Provide timely and accurate feedback regarding project status
• Willingly participate in internal training activities
• Always act with honesty and integrity
• Actively share knowledge with peers
• Travel when needed

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• An entrepreneurial approach to working in a new remote office
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting of automation projects
• Experience with PLC Software Development
• Experience with HMI Software Development
• Experience in Automated Material Handling Systems (conveyors, ASRS, lifts, robots, barcode scanners, barcode print & apply, etc.)
• Troubleshooting, technical support, and maintenance & repairs skills
• Exposure to Kepware and other OPC server - preferred
• Familiar with 2-D CAD to read drawings (EPLAN, AutoCAD) and understand
• Familiar with National Electric Code and other common electrical standards, including safety standards
• Strong professional verbal and written communication skills in English
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Attention to detail, organization, time management, responsiveness, and accessibility
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Comfortable being self-directed with minimal supervision
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Willingness to be flexible with work location
• Authorized to work in the USA without any Visa sponsorship requirements
• Ability and willingness to lift / lower / and carry objects up to 25 pounds, work from heights, climb ladders, and work in confined spaces
• A valid driver's license is required
• Preferred but not required: Experienced with motion control system hardware and software, robotic systems, and vision systems