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Industrial Automation & Controls Engineer II

PACIV • Indianapolis, IN • 9h ago

Location: Indianapolis, IN

Design. Build. Commission.

PACIV (pronounced pah-SEEV) stands for Process Automation, Controls, Instrumentation & Validation

We are looking for an experienced Industrial Automation & Controls Engineer II to join our Indianapolis, IN team.

In this position, you will take ownership of projects from concept through startup, working across control system architecture, PLC/HMI/SCADA development, electrical design, instrumentation integration, testing, and commissioning. If you enjoy solving complex technical challenges and watching your designs operate in the field, this is an opportunity to work on diverse automation projects while expanding your technical expertise.

What You Will Do

Design and implement PLC-based automation systems using Rockwell Automation platforms, including ControlLogix, CompactLogix, GuardLogix, and PlantPAx

Develop control system architectures including hardware, software, instrumentation, industrial networking, and field device integration

Create engineering deliverables including:

Functional Design Specifications (FDS)

Control Narratives

I/O Lists

Network Architecture Drawings

Loop Diagrams

Bills of Material (BOM)

Design industrial control panels, motor control systems, electrical schematics, and power distribution drawings using AutoCAD Electrical

Specify PLC hardware, VFDs, motor starters, communication equipment, instrumentation, and related control components

Develop PLC, HMI, and SCADA applications using Studio 5000, FactoryTalk View, and related platforms

Configure industrial communication networks, including EtherNet/IP

Perform testing, validation, troubleshooting, and system optimization

Lead Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), startup, and commissioning activities

Serve as a technical lead on assigned projects and work directly with customers to define requirements and resolve technical issues

Support compliance with UL508A, UL698A, NFPA 70, NFPA 70E, and other applicable standards

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related discipline

5+ years of industrial automation, controls engineering, or system integration experience

Proven experience delivering automation projects from design through commissioning

Strong experience with Rockwell Automation hardware and software, including Studio 5000, FactoryTalk, CompactLogix, and ControlLogix

Experience creating electrical schematics and control panel designs using AutoCAD Electrical

Working knowledge of industrial instrumentation, motor controls, and process automation systems

Ability to read and develop electrical drawings, P&IDs, control narratives, and technical specifications

Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Ability to travel to customer facilities for startup and commissioning activities

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with PlantPAx, process instrumentation, VFDs, and motor control applications

Experience designing control panels to UL508A and UL698A standards

Experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, utility, or other regulated manufacturing environments

Knowledge of industrial networking protocols including EtherNet/IP, Modbus, Profinet, and OPC

Experience with additional PLC, HMI, and SCADA platforms such as Ignition, AVEVA, Wonderware, iFIX, Siemens, Schneider Electric, or similar systems

Why PACIV

A stable company of over 30 years of delivering automation and validation solutions for regulated and industrial manufacturing environments. Our engineers work on projects ranging from system upgrades and migrations to large-scale automation implementations.

At PACIV, you will:

Work on diverse automation and controls projects

Gain exposure to multiple industries and manufacturing processes

Collaborate with experienced automation professionals

Take ownership of meaningful technical challenges

Grow your expertise in PLCs, SCADA, industrial networking, and system integration

Be part of a team that values technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning

Important Hiring Information

Full-time, direct-hire position

No Corp-to-Corp (C2C) or 1099 arrangements

PACIV does not partner with third-party recruiting agencies

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis

PACIV does not provide H-1B sponsorship, H-1B transfers, or employment-based immigration support

PACIV is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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