Job Detail: Senior Automation Specialist

Description:

Our client, a leader in delivering control system solutions and industrial automation, is seeking a Senior Automation Specialist who combines strong technical expertise in industrial process control with excellent communication and relationship-building skills. In this role, you will design EcoStruxure Control Expert (formerly Unity Pro) logic applications, working closely with internal design teams and client stakeholders to solve complex industrial automation challenges. The ideal candidate is a problem-solver who can translate technical requirements into creative, effective solutions while building trusted relationships with customers.

Responsibilities

• Develop process control logic in EcoStruxure Control Expert for M580 HSBY PACs, following Customer Design Standards, Derived Data Type (DDT) lists, standard Derived Function Block (DFB) libraries, and Sequence of Operations (SOOs)

• Update DDT lists based on finalized SOOs and ongoing logic development

• Design applications using standard DFBs as building blocks, leveraging existing customer applications as templates for program structure

• Attend internal and customer design meetings to review programs, control narratives, and cause-and-effect matrices

• Collaborate effectively with internal and customer team members to drive project success

• Tune PID loops to optimize process control performance

• Understand and clearly explain data structures, logic structures, and DFBs developed for program-wide use

• Apply QA/QC tools and processes throughout the development lifecycle

• Develop and maintain a leadership presence within the client's organization

• Support sales demo development and contribute to pre-sales site visits

• Periodically contribute to marketing and sales content

• Develop and review technical content for proposals

Requirements

• BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience

• 7+ years of experience designing, implementing, troubleshooting, and commissioning PLC/Process Automation applications, particularly with Schneider Electric products

• Experience writing industrial control applications

• Experience with industry-standard communication protocols such as Modbus, OPC, Modbus TCP/IP, and Ethernet IP

• Experience integrating devices from multiple vendors into a packaged solution

• Knowledge of computer networking architectures, topologies, and hardware

• Proficiency with Microsoft and Linux operating systems and software applications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team; self-motivated and results-driven

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

• Familiarity with computer programming languages (VB, C#, C++, Python, Java)

• Advanced understanding of electrical circuits

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality solutions

• Ability to multi-task, manage conflicting priorities, and triage issues effectively

• Willingness to travel to customer sites (approximately 25–30%)

• Ability to obtain necessary clearances and/or credentials to travel abroad and comply with customer site requirements (e.g., OQ task, Homeland Security clearance, drug and alcohol testing, background checks)

• Office is in Kansas City. Can also hire remotely in TX.

Do not apply unless you are authorized to work in the United States for any employer as client company cannot sponsor or transfer visas at this time.

Walker Elliott is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

For additional information, please email your resume to resumes@walker-elliott.com or apply online.