Automation Engineer

Automation Engineer - Bear, DE

$90,000 to $110,000 (some flexibility)

Summary:

This role is responsible for providing electronic engineering and software programming for manufacturing process automation, test automation, and enterprise-wise computer system integration.

Essential Functions:

• Propose, develop and implement technical solutions to support enterprise-wide computer systems integration.

• Manage capital project planning and execution for implementation of automation solutions.

• Develop and maintain human-machine interface (HMI) software for manufacturing process automation and test automation.

• Develop and maintain programmable logic controller (PLC) software for manufacturing process control.

• Design electronic control circuitry; document designs and oversee wiring.

• Evaluate and specify electronic sensors for manufacturing process data acquisition; oversee sensor installation and startup.

• Provide technical leadership in computer and electronic systems engineering; provide mentoring to systems engineers and assistants.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering or Computer Science. May consider equivalent work experience in lieu of degree

• 4+ years of systems engineering experience

• Experience with industrial process sensors and controls

• Programmable logic controller (PLC) ladder logic software programming experience

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here ( for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.