What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controls and Automation Engineer (PLC Consultant) position at Proconex?
Proconex is the exclusive Emerson Impact Partner for Emerson Automation Solutions in the Mid-Atlantic region. We provide a full portfolio of Process Automation Control Systems, Valves and Control Devices, and related technologies and services to a range of customers—in the Life Sciences, Chemical, Power, Refining, Oil & Gas, Food & Beverage, Paper, Metals, and other industries, as well as commercial enterprises and campus facilities. With three strategically located offices, Proconex maintains a deep dedication to its 200 employees, a sharp focus on safety and quality, and the drive to deliver.
Location: On-site (client's location)
Job Summary:
We are seeking highly adaptable Instrumentation and Controls Engineers to join our team and support our client on-site. The ideal candidate will have experience with Siemens, Rockwell, or Allen Bradley PLC or Wonderware SCADA. The candidate will be responsible for first response triaging, automation event reports, and automation change controls. This is a contract job. We have W2 options through our Valpro division, or 1099.
Responsibilities:
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives for the automation systems, identifying and implementing opportunities for optimization and increased efficiency.
- Work with the client's team to provide technical support for automation systems, including troubleshooting and identifying root cause analysis for system failures.
- Collaborate with the client's team to develop and implement automation change control procedures, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
- Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including client representatives, engineering teams, and vendors.
- Manage the automation event report process, including triaging, escalation, and resolution of issues.
Qualifications:
- 15 years of experience in controls and automation engineering in a life sciences environment.
- Experience with Siemens, Rockwell, or Allen Bradley PLC or Wonderware SCADA systems.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
If you meet the above qualifications and are interested in working on-site with our client, please submit your resume for consideration.
Proconex offers a standout culture, fantastic work environment, and has very competitive benefits to include premium medical, 401K match, profit sharing, tuition reimbursement, and other unique incentives.
Candidates must be legally eligible to work in the United States without company sponsorship. Also, we are not interested in working on a corp-to-corp basis with other companies at this time.
Any third-party unsolicited resume submission(s) will immediately become the property of Proconex. Proconex will not pay any fee to a submitting employment agency, person, or entity unless a signed agreement is established.
Proconex is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected class. We are committed to providing a professional environment free of any discrimination or harassment, and we are proud to be a Drug-Free Workplace.
Salary : $90,100 - $119,300
