Automation Engineer

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Wesa Automation, a division of MKD Electric, provides state-of-the-art and integrated automation and control solutions for industrial and manufacturing applications.  For over twenty years, we have designed, built, installed, and maintained our clients’ systems, projects, and facilities with a wide range of service offerings.  We focus on safety, value, and quality as well as building and maintaining lasting relationships with a variety of national clients in renewables, data centers, oil and gas, food and beverage, manufacturing, chemical, and pharmaceutical fields. We are a fast-paced and agile company looking for a best-in-class Automation Engineer with experience in industrial automation projects and services and local to Sycamore/DeKalb, Illinois. 

What you will do… 

• Work primarily on projects and service engagements at clients located in and around Sycamore and DeKalb, Illinois 

• Specify automation and electrical components and software to meet customer specifications, application requirements, and industrial standards 

• Design and configure PLC programs to optimize performance or resolve complex controls issues 

• Support commissioning and startup of control systems with ability to identify and resolve electrical, mechanical, and software issues 

• Provide on-site and remote support for installed systems requiring technical service assistance, troubleshooting, and repairs 

• Determine root cause of electrical, mechanical, and software failures and implement solutions to prevent recurrence 

• Organize and maintain project files 

• Work with project managers and engineering manager to schedule and prioritize tasks 

What you will need to succeed… 

• Experience in design and implementation of industrial control systems or control panels 

• AS/BS in Engineering or Engineering Technology or demonstrated experience in industry 

• Experience preferred in one or more of the following 

• Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Schneider, GE, Omron, Automation Direct, or other PLC 

• Emerson DeltaV, Honeywell Experion, ABB 800xA, or other DCS 

• FactoryTalk View, WinCC, Tatsoft, Ignition, iFix, Wonderware, or other HMI/SCADA 

• AC drives, DC drives, motion control, robotics, machine vision, functional safety 

• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment 

Physical demands… 

The Physical demands described within are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

• This job position is designated as a safety-sensitive position. 

• Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds independently 

• May require sitting or standing for extended period of time with frequent stretching, reaching, walking, and stooping in a manufacturing environment 

What you will get in return… 

• Strong safety culture 

• Overtime pay policy 

• Performance-based bonus eligibility 

• 401(k) plan w/company match up to 4% 

• Shared cost medical insurance 

• Company-paid dental, vision, life, short-term disability, and AD&D insurance 

• Company-provided clothing and safety gear 

• Tuition reimbursement 

• Training and development opportunities 

• Career growth opportunities 

• Social and charitable activities 

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. 

MKD Electric is an equal employment opportunity employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. MKD Electric also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based upon any of these protected categories.