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Automation Engineer

Lucas Oil Corydon, Indiana, United States

onsitefull-time
Posted Mar 1, 2026Apply by Aug 28, 2026

Role & seniority: Electrical/Automation Engineer focused on development, implementation, and maintenance of automated systems; senior-level emphasis on integration and project coordination

Stack/tools: AutoCAD (electrical design), PAC control systems (Allen-Bradley), automation logic, HMI functionality, drive programming, system integration, schematics/one-lines, electrical drawings

Top 3 responsibilities

  • Design, develop, test, validate, and troubleshoot automated control systems and PACs; implement automation logic and HMI functionality

  • Install, commission, and maintain systems; support field activities and provide technical guidance

  • Manage project schedules, coordinate project team tasks, interpret contract scopes, and maintain documentation (one-lines, descriptions of operations, system docs)

Must-have skills

  • Strong understanding of transformers, switchboards, controllers, motors, heating units, NEC/code compliance

  • Proficient in reading schematics, one-lines, engineering drawings; wiring, testing, and troubleshooting control panels and electrical assemblies

  • Electrical theory (AC/DC), electronic fundamentals; experience with AutoCAD; experience with Allen-Bradley PAC systems

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience with drive programming, system integration, and advanced HMI development

  • Documentation-focused skills and ability to communicate technical info to diverse stakeholders

  • Prior involvement in continuous improvement initiatives

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Full Description

Job Purpose: To develop, implement, and maintain automated systems that improve operational efficiency, enhance product quality, and reduce manual workload through innovative technology and process optimization.

Duties

  • Deep understanding of transformers, switchboards, controllers, motors, heating units, conduit systems, and related power-generation equipment, strong AC/DC electrical theory and electronic fundamentals
  • Skilled in reading and interpreting schematics, one-lines, and engineering drawings
  • Ability to wire, test, and troubleshoot control panels and electrical assemblies
  • Knowledge of NEC requirements and commitment to code compliance
  • Experience with AutoCAD or similar tools for electrical design
  • Design and development of PAC control systems (Allen-Bradley)
  • Creation of automation logic, HMI functionality, drive programming and system integration
  • Testing, validation, and troubleshooting of automated systems
  • Support for installation, commissioning, and maintenance activities
  • Ability to create detailed Descriptions of Operations and system documentation
  • Develop, manage, and maintain project schedules
  • Assign daily tasks and coordinate project team activities
  • Interpret contract documents and project scopes
  • Communicate technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Maintain one-line drawings and documentation for all facilities
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives across processes and systems
TransformersSwitchboardsControllersMotorsHeating UnitsConduit SystemsElectrical TheoryElectronic FundamentalsSchematics InterpretationEngineering DrawingsControl Panel WiringTroubleshootingNEC RequirementsAutoCADPAC Control SystemsAllen-Bradleymulti-location

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