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Automation EngineerCatania Oils • Ayer, MA, United States
Automation Engineer

Automation Engineer

Catania Oils • Ayer, MA, United States
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Do you take pride in doing things right the first time? Looking for a stable job with room to grow? Ready to join a team that treats you like family? We want to hear from you!

Automation Engineer - Ayer, MA

Join a Legacy. Build the Future

Catania Oils, a fourth-generation, family-owned business with 125 years of excellence in the edible oils industry, is looking for a passionate and driven Automation Engineer to join our team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love solving problems, and know how to bring out the best in people-this is your moment.

Our Core Values Drive Everything We Do

  • We Are Family - We treat every team member with respect and support, just like family.
  • Own It - We take responsibility, celebrate wins, and learn from challenges.
  • Job Well Done - We strive for excellence and take pride in delivering quality work.
  • Customer Focused - We go beyond expectations to ensure our customers succeed.
  • Authenticity at Our Core - We act with integrity and stay true to our values, even under pressure.

What You'll Do

  • Design, program, and troubleshoot PLC-based control systems (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, etc.) to support production and packaging operations.
  • Develop and maintain dynamic control plans to ensure efficient, safe, and scalable system performance.
  • Lead the integration of automation systems with SQL databases and MES platforms for real-time data acquisition and analysis.
  • Specify, install, and support motor control systems, including VFDs and servo drives.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement automation solutions that improve throughput, reduce downtime, and ensure product quality.
  • Support and enforce electrical safety standards, compliance with NFPA 70E, and best practices in electrical design.
  • Subject matter expert with IoT devices, dashboards, and integrated automation systems.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentoring to maintenance and engineering teams.
  • Apply Lean principles and continuous improvement tools to drive process efficiency and reliability.
  • Participate in capital projects from concept through commissioning and validation.
  • Champion a culture of safety, ownership, and leadership within the plant
  • Requirements

    What You Bring

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related field.
  • Minimum 7 years of experience in automation and electrical systems within a manufacturing or food packaging environment.
  • Proficient in PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, etc.) and HMI / SCADA systems.
  • Strong working knowledge of industrial networks, SQL databases, and control system architecture.
  • Hands-on experience with electrical motor controls, VFDs, servo systems, and panel design.
  • Skilled in developing and implementing dynamic control strategies and documentation.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and collaborate across teams in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experience with food-grade automation and sanitation requirements.
  • Familiarity with Industry 4.0, IoT, or smart manufacturing concepts.
  • Project management certification or experience leading large-scale automation initiatives.
  • Why Catania Oils?

  • Be part of a company that values teamwork, respect, and continuous improvement
  • Work in a culture that blends tradition with innovation
  • Make a real impact in a company that's committed to sustainability and quality.
  • We offer competitive pay and benefits.
  • Catania Oils is an Equal Opportunity Employer

    Salary Description

    $110,000-$130,000

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