Automation Engineer

The Fountain Group is currently seeking an ­­­­­­Automation Engineer for a prominent client of ours. This position is located in ­­Hebron, KY. Details for the position are as follows:

Job Description:

• $70-$80/HR
• 6-month assignment (with potential to extend or convert based on performance and budget).
• Main responsibilities include:
• Provide technical contributions focusing on state of the art and innovative automation solutions including equipment development, controls, and design through implementation for global operations.
• Partner with our Automation Engineering team during installation & commissioning of highly automated equipment in our Hebron KY manufacturing facility.
• Provide technical expertise to our technical operations and validation teams during characterization and validation activities.
• Provide software & automation technical support in the areas of PLC controls, HMI’s, vision systems, servo control and overall equipment automation.
• Work with contracted equipment suppliers on site and remotely to debug and make software and/or configuration improvements where necessary.
• Become on-site subject matter expert (SME) for functional setup and operation of commissioned equipment.
• Provide technical training and guidance to operators when required.
• 100% Onsite

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Engineering or related field is required.
• Must have 5+ years of related experience in manufacturing.
• Allen Bradley, Studio 5000 PLC programming experience and/or experience with electromechanical systems including AC & DC motor drives, servo motors, HMIs, I/O hardware machine safety is required.
• Must have experience with equipment line debug while providing on-site installation and training as required by project specifications.
• Hands-on experience with a subset of the following software platforms: Cognex InSight, FactoryTalk View SE, AutoCAD is a plus.
• Experience leading and managing a team during debug and commissioning is a plus.