Senior Systems Automation Engineer - Remote Opportunities

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Systems Automation Engineer to join our team, offering remote opportunities for talented individuals. In this role, you will be responsible for designing and developing PLC, HMI, and SCADA-based control systems. The ideal candidate will collaborate with project teams to enhance delivery, quality, and cost efficiency while supporting sales efforts, ensuring contract compliance, and driving process improvements across engineering and field operations.

What You'll Do

• Design and develop PLC, HMI, and SCADA-based control systems.
• Create sequences of operations, engineering drawings, and control submittals.
• Collaborate with project teams to improve delivery, quality, and cost efficiency.
• Support sales efforts through demonstrations, estimating, and proposals.
• Ensure compliance with contracts and identify additional opportunities.
• Drive process improvements across engineering and field operations.
• Participate in project turnover meetings and field coordination.
• Manage scope and contracts, collaborating with engineering, field technicians, and project managers.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience with PLC/HMI/SCADA programming and troubleshooting (Function Block, Structured Text, Rockwell, Schneider Electric).
• Experience in designing distributed control systems (DCS).
• Proficiency in creating sequences of operations and engineering drawings.
• Skill in using AutoCAD Electrical or EPLAN for control documentation.
• Ability to prepare control submittals and bill of materials.
• Experience with Microsoft Products and Microsoft SQL or other database applications.
• Understanding of basic process controls (PID loops, motor control, commissioning digital/analog devices).

Nice to Have

• Ability to work autonomously.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Electric and PLC programming.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from $83,000 to $108,000 per year.
• Comprehensive benefits package including ESOP, 401K through Principal, Medical/Dental/Vision, FSA, HSA, and Employee Assistance Program.
• PTO starting at 3 weeks plus 7 holidays.
• Relocation support for candidates willing to move to Cedar Rapids, IA.
• Family-like company culture emphasizing integrity, collaboration, and growth opportunities.
• Recognized as one of Iowa’s Top Workplaces for nine consecutive years.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.