Senior Systems Automation Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a Systems Automation Engineer who 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
  
  

Essential Skills

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• 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).
  
  

Additional Skills & Qualifications

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

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Work Environment

The role involves working in an office setting with extended periods of desk work involving computer-based tasks. There will be frequent visits to local construction job sites with significant client interaction, requiring 30-50% travel. However, it is not expected to exceed 20% and will occur within weekdays with several months' notice. The company culture is family-like, emphasizing integrity, collaboration, and growth opportunities. Recognized as one of Iowa’s Top Workplaces for nine consecutive years, the company offers a competitive benefits package, ESOP, two retirement plans, and relocation incentives for Eastern Iowa

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Cedar Rapids, IA.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $83000.00 - $108000.00/yr.

• ESOP - 401K through Principal - Medical/Dental/Vision - FSA - HSA - Employee Assistance Program - PTO starting at 3 weeks + 7 holidays
  
  

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Cedar Rapids,IA.

Application Deadline

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This position is anticipated to close on Apr 10, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, Diversity And Inclusion Are a Bridge Towards The Equity And Success Of Our People. DE&I Is Embedded Into Our Culture Through

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
  
  

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.