Salas O'Brien · 22 hours ago
Senior Automation Engineer
Decatur, AL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expSalas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm that focuses on achieving impact for clients and the world. They are seeking a motivated Automation Engineer to engage in all phases of projects from inception to completion, demonstrating professionalism and client focus while managing multiple tasks.
Industrial EngineeringMechanical Engineering
Responsibilities
Develop PLC and HMI system programs as well as hardware designs for clients in manufacturing, processing and utilities facilities
Serve as project manager to ensure communication and execution of work is within scope, schedule and budget by monitoring project progress, coordinating activities, and resolving issues
Develop project proposals for multi-discipline projects
Direct designers in the development of automation installation drawings, data sheets and specifications, to meet customer specifications and applicable codes
Prepare construction and fabrication contractor bid packages
Coordinate the quotation, procurement and delivery of automation system components
Write functional descriptions based on the customer controls requirements
Initiate, develop and lead factory and/or site acceptance tests
Lead a team to perform onsite system commissioning and startup support
Develop and perform operator training
Maintain schedule for multiple projects, multiple clients, and multiple resources
Develop and maintain business relationships by interfacing with existing and potential clients
Be a resource and provide mentoring for junior Automation Engineers
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from ABET accredited institution
A minimum of 5+ years' automation engineering experience in process, manufacturing or utility industrial facilities
Thorough knowledge of the application of the National Electrical Code
Ability to interpret and design P&IDs including instrumentation and related mechanical elements
Detailed understanding of process instrumentation (flow, level, temperature, pressure, etc) and control loop concepts
Proficiency in the design/programming of various HMI/SCADA systems including Wonderware InTouch, Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk and Adroit Ignite
Proficiency in the design/programming of various PLC systems including Rockwell Automation ControlLogix/CompactLogix, Siemens SIMATIC and the Omron family of processors
Ability to develop control system programs from scratch or based on customer specific templates and standards
Knowledge of safety instrumented systems, ie. SIS
Experience designing controls system networks including Ethernet, IO Link, Modbus, and ControlNet
Experience designing, programming and configuring VFD and servo systems
Demonstrate a high standard of professionalism and client focus/customer service
Be resourceful and flexible, effective at handling multiple tasks
Have good computer skills
Have strong presentation, written, and verbal skills
Be able to effectively delegate or be delegated to while working in a collaborative format with multiple team members
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and company holidays
Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
Professional development support
Company
Salas O'Brien
Salas O'Brien is a national leading Facilities Planning, Commissioning, Construction Management and Mechanical, Electrical.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
Salas O'Brien has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your
reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
Represents job field similar to this job
Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (15)
2024 (3)
2023 (2)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Blackstone Group
2024-01-22Private Equity
Leadership Team
Paul Silva
Chief Operating Officer
Karl F. Frey
Retired
Recent News
Sports Business Journal
2025-10-24
FoodProcessing.com
2025-10-16
Company data provided by crunchbase