Automation Engineer II

At Alfa Laval, we always go that extra mile to overcome the toughest challenges. Our driving force is to accelerate success for our customers, people and planet.

You can only achieve that by having dedicated people with a curious mind. Curiosity is the spark behind great ideas. And great ideas drive progress.

Who you are

You are a self-motivated team player with the ability to easily network in an international and cross-cultural environment, working in line with Alfa Laval drivers;

Action, Interaction, and Satisfaction. You are driven and see solutions rather than problems, effectively prioritizing and executing tasks.

About the job

The Automation Engineer II is an experienced professional with expertise in Alfa Laval industries. In this role, you will assume technical leadership for a range of products, ensuring seamless coordination to uphold support for the product portfolio, while meeting project and customer requirements.

You will manage all aspects of engineering projects, provide commissioning and aftermarket support, and drive process improvements .

Currently, this is a Hybrid opportunity located in Buffalo, NY or Richmond, VA.

As a part of the team, you will :

• Manage electrical / automation scope of capital and aftermarket parts / service orders.
• Generate electrical scope quotations for sales team.
• Provide electrical engineering design, adhering to best practices, required codes, and customer specifications.
• Use CAD software to develop drawing packages.
• Support purchasing of electrical components.
• Create functional descriptions and operating manuals as required.
• Perform and document hardware tests to prove functional performance.
• Support customers and field technicians by troubleshooting site issues with automation packages, including travel and direct communication with customer and suppliers as needed.
• Provide team leadership in coordinating automation support for a portfolio of AL products.
• Manage small to large complex electrical / automation engineering projects.
• Provide general mentorship to develop entry level Automation Engineers
• Travel expected up to 25%

What you know :

You have BA in Electrical Engineering with relevant experience, and :

• Minimum 5 years of professional experience related to electrical / automation design and support.
• Excellent communication (verbal & written) and organizational skills.
• Strong knowledge of AutoCAD Electrical.
• Strong knowledge of Allen Bradley & Siemens PLC, Rockwell, and HMI software.
• Experience with National Electric Code (NEC) and hazardous area installations.
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings and specifications.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in fast paced environment.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Windows.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Nice to Haves :

• Lean Six Sigma background.
• Project management experience.

What’s in it for you?

We offer a challenging position in an open and friendly environment where we help each other to develop and create value.

Your work will have a true impact on Alfa Laval’s future success. Our benefits-eligible associates enjoy healthcare, dental and vision plans, a robust wellness program, generous 401(k), paid holidays, paid time off benefits, and more.

We offer a challenging position in an open and friendly environment where we help each other to develop and create value.

Your work will have a true impact on Alfa Laval’s future success. Our benefits-eligible associates enjoy hhealthcare, dental and vision plans, a robust wellness program, generous 401(k), paid holidays, paid time off benefits, and more.

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