Rockwell Staff Augmentation Engineer

Works directly with customers in a staff augmentation manner, supporting critical Rockwell automation systems.

• Develop and maintain process control automation solutions applying Rockwell Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), Human Machine Interfaces (HMI) and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition systems (SCADA).
• Support functional area projects focused on improving process equipment/utilities/facilities.
• Lead/support technical root cause analysis, incident investigations, and solving problems related to process control issues within plant operations.
• Support new product introductions (NPI) or new technology introductions by performing automation engineering assessments, implementing automation system configuration changes, and supporting engineering and process qualification runs as applicable.
• Provide Continuous Improvement initiatives including Safety, Reliability, Efficiency and Environmental sustainability improvements to meet customer’s goals
• Maintain Data Integrity Assessments with the current industry standards

Day to Day Activities:

• Day-to-day Operational Support.
• Part of the 24 x 7 Onsite/On Call team (Thousand Oaks, CA)
• Troubleshooting Support for Manufacturing
• Automation System Administration
• Automation System Operating Systems (OS) and HotFix assessments and rollout 
• Preventative and corrective maintenance
• Automation System spare parts management
• Drive true root cause investigations and resolutions by collaborating with equipment Vendors.
• Business Process Improvements including departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)

• 2-8 years of experience in automation
• As a minimum, must be proficient the following platforms:
  • Rockwell ControlLogix
  • Rockwell PlantPAx or GEMS
  • Rockwell FactoryTalk View/Studio
  • Experience on other control system platforms is a plus.
• Thorough understanding of control system design and coding
• Self-motivated, excellent communication skills, and enjoy working with people
• B.S. in Electrical, Chemical, or Computer Engineering or Engineering Technology or related degree

• Competitive Base Salary: $100,000–$135,000, depending on experience 
• Performance Bonuses: Bonus structure designed to reward results 
• Full Benefits Package: Medical, dental, and vision coverage 
• Retirement Ready: 401(k) with company match 
• Time Off: Generous PTO which includes vacation, holidays, and unlimited personal time 
• Grow With Us: Ongoing training, certifications, and professional development support