Automation Engineer

Job Title: Automation Engineer

Location: South Bend, Indiana, United States (On-site)

Salary: Up to $120,000, depending on experience

About the Company:

Join a global leader in friction welding solutions, known for delivering cutting-edge technology and innovation. Our client specializes in custom-built machinery and is seeking talented engineers to contribute to their world-class projects in a dynamic and supportive environment.

About the Role:

We are looking for a skilled Automation Engineer to join our client's team in South Bend. This role offers the chance to design, integrate, and maintain advanced control systems for custom-built friction welding machines. As an Automation Engineer, you will work on exciting projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams and traveling to support installations and customer needs. Applicants must be U.S. citizens for security clearance purposes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, code, test, and debug system software for friction welding machines.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to develop advanced control systems.
• Interpret customer specifications to develop technical documentation and schematics.
• Create electrical wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and HMI programs.
• Provide on-site and remote support for machine optimization and troubleshooting.
• Lead initiatives to enhance control system standards and validation methods.
• Travel domestically and internationally (20-30%) to support projects and customers.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in control systems engineering, preferably with special-purpose machinery.
• Strong understanding of electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical design.
• Proficiency in PLC programming (Ladder Logic, ST/SCL) and software tools such as Simotion Scout and TIA Portal.
• Experience with Siemens systems is essential.
• Ability to read and create technical documents and detailed schematics.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Must be a U.S. citizen to obtain security clearance.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with PLC/Motion Control Programming platforms like TIA Portal.
• HMI design expertise using platforms such as WinCC and FactoryTalk View Studio.
• Familiarity with S7-GRAPH/Sequential Function Chart programming.
• Electrical schematic and panel design experience using ePLAN.

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary up to $200,000, depending on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including private medical insurance, company pension, and paid time off.
• Opportunities for professional growth and technical development.
• Travel opportunities and the chance to work on international projects.

How to Apply:

If you’re a driven and innovative Automation Engineer with Siemens experience looking to take your career to the next level, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to be a part of a world-leading team and make a significant impact in the field of friction welding solutions.