Role & seniority
- Automation Engineer (seniority: mid-senior; 5+ years experience)
- Support manufacturing automation, robotics, and controls at Pratt & Whitney site
Stack/tools
- Ignition SCADA, databases, scripting
- PLC/HMI standardization; PLC code + HMI screen development
- Mentioned tools/tech: Studio 5000 Logix Designer, FactoryTalk, RS Networks, AutoCAD, MS Office
- Ethernet networking, troubleshooting hardwired components
Top 3 responsibilities
- Develop/execute automation strategies for new product development and manufacturing method/process optimization
- Standardize and implement site controls/robotics/automation standards, including PLC code and HMI screen standardization
- Collaborate with Manufacturing and Quality Engineering to improve processes and data acquisition; troubleshoot and support continuous improvement
Must-have skills
- Automation experience in manufacturing environments (5+ years)
- Controls/industrial engineering background (BS or equivalent)
- Ignition SCADA + databases + scripting
- Ability to troubleshoot Ethernet networking and hardwired components
- Independent work, meeting project timelines
- U.S. citizenship required (government contract)
Nice-to-haves
- Controls hardware design knowledge; architectures and components across manufacturers
- Controls standards evaluation/implementati

Full Description

Job Description

We are looking for an Automation Engineer to support manufacturing automation, robotics, and controls at the Pratt & Whitney manufacturing site in Asheville, NC. The candidate will help develop and implement automation strategies, improve manufacturing processes, and standardize PLC code and HMI screens.

Key Responsibilities

Support automation requirements for new product development. Develop and execute manufacturing methods and identify process optimization opportunities. Collaborate with Manufacturing and Quality Engineering teams to improve processes and data acquisition. Establish and enforce site standards for controls, robotics, and automation. Support Ethernet networking and troubleshoot hardwired components. Develop and maintain standard engineering procedures and documentation. Support PLC code standardization and HMI screen standardization. Resolve technical issues and support continuous improvement initiatives. Work independently under direction and meet project timelines.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent demonstrated experience in Industrial Electrical Engineering, Computer/Software Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related discipline. 5+ years of experience in automated systems within manufacturing environments, or equivalent relevant qualifications and experience.

U. S. citizenship required due to government contract requirements.

Experience with Ignition SCADA, databases, and scripting.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with controls hardware design, components, and architectures. Experience troubleshooting components from different manufacturers. Knowledge of controls standards evaluation and implementation. Experience with system software, PLC code development, and HMI screen development. Familiarity with AutoCAD, Studio 5000 Logix Designer, FactoryTalk, RS Networks, and MS Office. Strong communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and team-building skills.