Senior Automation Engineer

As a Senior Automation Engineer, you will lead industrial automation and control systems projects from initial design through programming, testing, commissioning, and start-up. You will work across multiple industries, solving complex engineering challenges using PLC, DCS, HMI, and industrial networking technologies. Combining hands-on technical expertise with project leadership, you will develop reliable solutions tailored to client processes and operational needs. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams while building strong relationships with clients and supporting their long-term automation strategies. The role also offers opportunities to mentor other engineers, contribute to technical proposals, and influence project delivery. Based in Indianapolis, this hybrid position provides technical variety, flexible working arrangements, and opportunities for professional growth.

The ideal candidate is an experienced automation professional with strong technical capabilities, project leadership experience, and the ability to work effectively with clients and multidisciplinary engineering teams.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Chemical, Mechanical, Controls, Automation Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.

• At least 6 years of experience in industrial controls, automation, systems integration, or a related field.

• Hands-on experience programming and troubleshooting PLC and/or DCS systems.

• Experience developing HMI applications and performing system testing, commissioning, and industrial equipment start-up.

• Strong understanding of industrial control networks and system architecture.

• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols such as EtherNet/IP and Modbus TCP/IP.

• Ability to communicate effectively with clients, project teams, and professionals across different engineering disciplines.

• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and technical project management skills.

• Willingness and ability to travel approximately 15–25%, including occasional overnight trips.

• Legal authorization to work in the United States.

• Ability to access client industrial sites and perform fieldwork as required.

Experience with the following technologies, platforms, and environments would be an advantage:

• Allen-Bradley / Rockwell Automation systems.

• Siemens automation platforms.

• AVEVA software and solutions.

• Distributed Control Systems (DCS).

• Batch and continuous process control systems.

• Industrial systems integration.

• Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) projects.

• Process Control Network (PCN) architecture.

• Food and beverage, chemical, pharmaceutical, or manufacturing industries.

• Ability to occasionally stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, and handle tools, equipment, or controls.

• Ability to frequently lift or move objects weighing up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 25 pounds.

• Visual capabilities including close and distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

• Willingness to perform industrial fieldwork that may involve hazardous locations, changing weather conditions, moving machinery, noise, ladders, uneven surfaces, and stairs.

• Ability to work in environments where exposure to common food allergens may occur.