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The Automation Engineer is part of the Process Engineering Team and is responsible for providing technical support for manufacturing process controls systems. The Automation Engineer will oversee Automated Equipment networking and integration into the larger site SCADA-OT network for data retrieval and equipment management. The Automation Engineer will work with the Operations, Quality, Maintenance, and Engineering teams. Job Title: Automation Engineer

Job Description

The Automation Engineer is part of the Process Engineering Team and is responsible for providing technical support for manufacturing process controls systems. The Automation Engineer will oversee Automated Equipment networking and integration into the larger site SCADA-OT network for data retrieval and equipment management. The Automation Engineer will work with the Operations, Quality, Maintenance, and Engineering teams.

Responsibilities

Support Operations and Maintenance by implementing improvements and troubleshooting electronics and process automation failures. Work with Engineering and IT teams to find and implement improvements to the Automation SCADA/OT network, equipment, and facilities. Lead or participate with teams consisting of Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, and/or Operations to investigate process failures. Within a GxP environment, use PLC and HMI programming software to improve existing and support new equipment under Change Control and Computer System Validation requirements.

Essential Skills

Automation PLC programming Siemens PLC Troubleshooting Controls engineering Programming Rockwell Allen Bradley PLC SCADA GMP environment Pharmaceutical Animal health Food and Beverage

Additional Skills & Qualifications

BS Engineering, or equivalent (Majors in: Electronics Engineering, Automation Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Chemical Engineering, etc.) with minimum 3 years of experience working in automation. In lieu of BS Degree, AS with Technical School Certificate in Industrial Controls or Industrial Electrical fields with minimum 5 years experience working in automation. Experience with industrial electrical controls including, but not limited to, VFDs, PLCs, HMIs, etc.

Work Environment

About 25% of the time on the manufacturing floor and 75% of the time programming at a desk. Once the renovation is complete and the new lines are installed, they will need to be properly gowned for a clean room environment when on the floor.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.50 - $52.80/hr.

Requirements

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Elwood,KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 23, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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