Illumination Works

Industrial Automation Engineer – Digital Transformation Specialist

Illumination Works

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Warner RobinsUnited States

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About the role

  • Lead automation upgrades and digital modernization initiatives within government-operated industrial and/or manufacturing facilities
  • Manage automation and digital modernization projects
  • Lead implementation of government-compliant MES systems
  • Integrate operational systems with government ERP and reporting platforms
  • Design, program, and maintain PLC-based control systems
  • Upgrade legacy systems to modern, secure platforms
  • Implement and troubleshoot SCADA systems
  • Standardize automation architecture across government facilities
  • Support preventative and predictive maintenance systems
  • Implement secure industrial network architecture (IT/OT segregation)
  • Deploy Industrial IoT (IIoT) for real-time monitoring of assets and production
  • Ensure compliance with government safety and regulatory standards
  • Coordinate with multiple government departments
  • Train staff on new systems and technologies
  • Maintain proper documentation for all processes, risk assessments, and systems

Requirements

  • 3+ years of experience in manufacturing, industrial, or automation engineering roles
  • Proven experience leading modernization or digital transformation projects
  • Experience working within regulated or government environments preferred
  • PLC programming experience (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Schneider, etc.)
  • Experience with HMI/SCADA development
  • Familiarity with industrial networking protocols (MQTT, OPC UA, Ethernet/IP)
  • Experience with MES implementation and integration
  • Knowledge of ERP systems integration
  • Hands-on experience with data analysis, data visualization, and database management tools (e.g. Python, Power BI/Tableau, Excel, SQL)
  • Understanding of IT/OT convergence principles
  • Industrial cybersecurity fundamentals
  • Knowledge of industrial modernization programs
  • Certifications such as Lean Six Sigma, PMP, or project management are a plus
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
  • Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
Benefits
  • Health insurance
  • 401K
  • Generous PTO package
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision and life insurance plans
  • Short/long-term disability insurance
  • Fun and engaging culture
  • Training opportunities to keep you up to speed on the latest technologies
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
PLC programmingHMI developmentSCADA systemsMES implementationERP systems integrationdata analysisdata visualizationdatabase managementindustrial cybersecurityIT/OT convergence
Soft Skills
analytical skillsproblem-solving skillsorganizational skillscommunication skillspresentation skillsstakeholder managementleadershiptrainingcoordinationproject management
Certifications
Lean Six SigmaPMPproject management