What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automation Engineer position at Omaha Track?
Omaha Track Equipment, an established Omaha based company, is expanding again! We are continuing to grow at our New Kansas City, MO Equipment Shop. We are seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to join our growing organization in the fast-paced heavy equipment industry. If you are looking to learn new skill sets and grow your career in the Maintenance of Way (MOW) industry, we have just the opportunity for you!
Position Description
Omaha Track Welding is currently seeking a highly skilled Automation engineer to work in the Flash-Butt Welding Department located in Kansas City, Missouri. The Automation Engineer is responsible for the design, configuration, implementation, and optimization of industrial control systems, primarily utilizing Rockwell Automation platforms. This position ensures products operate in accordance with project specifications, safety requitement, and quality parameters.
Major Areas of Responsibility
- Coordinate with management to ensure a thorough understanding of engineering project scope, timelines, priorities, resources, and budget requirements.
- Design, program, and troubleshoot, process control logic primarily using Rockwell Automation Control Platforms, including Logix RS5000 and RS500.
- Collaborate closely with customers to understand product requirements and product improvement opportunities.
- Develop and integrate Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs) using FactoryTalk SE, FactoryTalk ME, FT Optix, and VB.Net
- Create and maintain detailed documentation, including network diagrams, control logic schematics, device configuration files, test protocols, and standard operating procedures.
- Travel to client sites for system installation, commissioning, troubleshooting, and training as required
- Make safety a priority consideration with all actions taken.
- Serve as a key point of contact for clients, guiding them through system upgrades, modernization initiatives, and technology transitions
Minimum Qualifications
- Electrical Engineering Degree or equivalent experience is required
- 10 years of experience working with Rockwell Automation platforms (RSLogix5000, RSLogix500, RSLogix5).
- Proven experience with PLC programming, SCADA/HMI development
- Experience with Flash-Butt Welding equipment is preferred
- A solid background and experience in heavy equipment, railroad industry, technical expertise, strong problem-solving skills, and effective communication skills are highly valued and are preferred
- Must have the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group of management & subject matter experts
Benefits offered:
- Paid time off
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Healthcare Savings Account- HSA
- Company Paid Short-term & Long-term disability, and Life Insurance
- 401K with Match
We look forward to receiving your application!
Omaha Track, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Race/Color/Gender/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
