Job Description:

Industrial Automation Engineer On-site, full-time Augusta, GAFor a complete understanding of this opportunity, and what will be required to be a successful applicant, read on.We are looking for: The Industrial Automation Specialist supports site PLC and HMI install base to ensure operability, integrity and functionality of PLC controlled equipment at the Augusta site We count on you for:• Participate in and incorporate site safety culture into work life• Manage and develop PLC install base to include troubleshooting existing code and development of new control strategies to meet internal customer requirements• Manage and develop HMI software applications based on Wonderware and / or PanelView platforms• Troubleshoot communications protocols to include Ethernet TCP/IP, ASI-NET, ProfiBus DP, Ethernet / IP, Modbus RTU, Modbus TCP• Identify hardware / software interface problems through knowledge of above systems• OPC interfacing to a variety of vendor controllers for data acquisition• Work in team environment to draw on and build up Industrial Automation knowledge base• Interface with internal customers to ensure project qualifications and expectations are met• Provide training to users of newly modified or installed systems• Identify and define project and application requirements and issues through client interactions• Research and evaluate the functionality of vendor software to meet user needs, assess vendor proposals, and serve as a technical / vendor liaison when applicable• Exercise due diligence in performing / maintaining necessary disaster recovery backups• Utilize knowledge and problem solving skills to return failed components / equipment to a running state in a timely, efficient and safe manner.• Define and establish an effective testing environment and plan for function testing when applicable You will bring:• Bachelor's degree (B.S./B.A.) in Computer Science or Equivalent; or 4 - 10 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience• Strong analytical, organizational and problem solving skills• Familiarity with Windows Domain environments• Working knowledge of Ethernet device network connectivity and integration• Working knowledge of Rockwell PLCs to include SLC500, CompactLogix, MicroLogix, ControlLogix and applicable configuration software• Working knowledge of Allen Bradley PanelView HMIs for configuration and troubleshooting• Working knowledge of Wonderware HMI for configuration and troubleshooting• Ability to configure and troubleshoot ASI-NET, Profibus DP, and Ethernet IP communications• Configure and support installed Allen Bradley STRATIX switches• Ability to manage personal workload and prioritize work• Familiarity with AVEVA PI system interface and server is desired but not required for this role• Familiarity with DeltaV DCS systems is desired but not required for this role