Automation & Controls Engineer

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      "text": "Key Responsibilities",
      "content": "<h3>Automation &amp; Controls Projects</h3>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>Assist with the planning, execution, and completion of automation and process control initiatives.</li>\n<li>Participate in project scheduling, vendor coordination, equipment selection, system commissioning, and project documentation.</li>\n<li>Configure, program, test, and support PLC-based control systems, operator interfaces, SCADA platforms, and drive systems.</li>\n<li>Contribute technical expertise to automation-related electrical installations and upgrades.</li>\n\n<h3>Equipment Support &amp; Troubleshooting</h3>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>Provide technical support for automated manufacturing equipment and process control systems.</li>\n<li>Investigate and resolve issues involving PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, instrumentation, industrial communications networks, and control panels.</li>\n<li>Recommend corrective actions and system improvements to enhance equipment performance and reliability.</li>\n\n<h3>System Reliability &amp; Regulatory Compliance</h3>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>Support ongoing maintenance of automation systems to ensure operational readiness and compliance.</li>\n<li>Maintain system backups, recovery procedures, and documentation records.</li>\n<li>Coordinate with equipment suppliers and service providers during upgrades, repairs, and validation activities.</li>\n\n<h3>Documentation &amp; Change Management</h3>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>Support engineering change control activities and technical documentation updates.</li>\n<li>Assist with verification, testing, and implementation of control system modifications.</li>\n<li>Participate in internal audits, reviews, and compliance-related activities.</li>\n\n<h3>Safety &amp; Quality</h3>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>Follow all site safety procedures and quality standards.</li>\n<li>Complete required technical, operational, and compliance training programs.</li>\n<li>Promote safe work practices while supporting manufacturing operations.</li>\n</ul></ul></ul></ul></ul>"
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      "content": "<h3>Education</h3>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Controls Engineering, or a related technical discipline.</li>\n\n<h3>Experience</h3>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>5–10 years of experience working with industrial control systems and automation technologies.</li>\n<li>Experience supporting manufacturing operations required.</li>\n<li>Prior experience in regulated manufacturing environments is highly desirable.</li>\n\n<h3>Technical Expertise</h3>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>Strong experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting.</li>\n<li>Working knowledge of SCADA platforms and HMI development/support.</li>\n<li>Familiarity with VFDs, servo systems, instrumentation, and industrial electrical equipment.</li>\n<li>Experience troubleshooting industrial communication networks.</li>\n<li>Ability to interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control system documentation.</li>\n<li>Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and organizational skills.</li>\n<li>Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.</li>\n</ul></ul></ul>"
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      "content": "\n<li>Occasional after-hours or emergency support may be required to support continuous manufacturing operations.</li>\n<li>Regular interaction with production equipment and industrial electrical systems.</li>\n<li>Ability to stand, walk, and safely lift up to 50 pounds while utilizing appropriate PPE.</li>\n"
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      "text": "Compensation & Benefits",
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