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Automation Engineer

Automation Engineer

PEAK Technical Staffing • West Chicago, IL
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Eng-IT-

We’re seeking a skilled Automation Engineer to design, implement, and support automation systems that drive efficiency, safety, and reliability in our operations.

Key Responsibilities

System Design & Implementation

Design, implement, and maintain process automation systems.

Collaborate with process engineers on P&IDs, utility lists, instrumentation tags, and layouts.

Define project scopes, estimate budgets, and prepare technical specifications for field instrumentation and DCS.

Project Coordination & Commissioning

Issue RFQs, evaluate proposals, and support procurement.

Oversee installations, track deliveries, and manage AS-BUILT documentation.

Configure logic, visualization, and field I / O; support contract programmers as needed.

Lead testing, startup, and commissioning of automation systems.

Maintenance & Support

Perform updates and preventive maintenance on DCS / PLC hardware and software.

Troubleshoot and reconfigure control logic, alarms, and visualization.

Guide technicians in diagnosing issues and ensuring system performance.

Conduct site visits, manage supplier testing, and verify compliance.

Process Optimization & Compliance

Set operational limits, define alarms, and analyze system data for performance improvements.

Generate trends for pressure, temperature, flow, and valve metrics.

Maintain system documentation and recommend technology upgrades.

Ensure compliance with QMS, Health & Safety standards, and company policies.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.

  • years of relevant experience, ideally in manufacturing.

Proficiency with PLC programming (Allen Bradley, Omron, Siemens).

HMI, SCADA, or DCS programming experience a plus.

Strong Microsoft Office skills.

Valid driver’s license and ability to travel.

Join us and play a critical role in building smarter, safer, and more efficient processes.

Benefits :

Bonus : Annual discretionary bonus tied to individual and company performance.

Medical Benefits : Free employee medical insurance or highly competitive plan options with zero deductibles.

Paid Time Off : days of combined vacation / sick time annually (prorated first year).

Retirement : K with up to % company match.

Additional Benefits : Dental, vision, FSA, life insurance, free telemedicine services, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, and more.

Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran (M / F / D / V)

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