Opportunity Details

Automation Engineer JOB-10044831 Anticipated Start Date Aug. 27, 2025 Location Houston, TX Type of Employment Direct Hire Employer Info Our client has been in business for 50+ years. A recycling industry leader in manufacturing industrial rubber mats. With over 500 employees in North America, our Client is seeking team players who can exemplify our core values of "RESPECT FOR ALL", "OWN IT", and "RESULTS FOCUSED"- If this sounds like a fit for you, we would love to hear from you. Job Summary In a manufacturing setting, we are looking to add an Automation Engineer to our manufacturing team in Houston who will be responsible for engineering, testing, maintaining, and supporting automation solutions. Job Description Provide technical automation support during equipment installations, commissioning, retrofits, and continuous improvement projects Maintain and improve existing plant control systems Support response to emergency breakdowns, issues diagnostic, and implementation of quick and effective solutions to minimize production disruptions Identify root causes for equipment malfunction and determine corrective actions/preventive measures to increase equipment reliability Conduct routine diagnostic equipment checks and calibrate instrumentation, such as flow meters and temperature, and pressure transducers Program parameters for variable frequency drivers and servo drives Stay current on technical knowledge and research new industrial automation equipment, instruments, controls, and materials for manufacturing use Maintain detailed documentation of automation systems, including procedures, changes, and configurations Adhere to safety regulations, including Arc Flash protection and proper use of Personal Protective Equipment Follow company policies, processes, standard operating procedures, and instructions for consistent work across all Client manufacturing facilities Skills Required Minimum of Five (5) years of previous relevant experience Thorough understanding of PLCs, HMIs, including advanced programming techniques and configurations. (Experience with B&R Automation, Rockwell Automation, and/or Automation Direct) Knowledge of VFD & Servo Motor Control Knowledge of Industrial Networking. (EthernetIP, ModbusRTU, ModbusTCP, CanOpen, Powerlink) Knowledge of Industrial Instrumentation - Level, Pressure, Flow, Temperature, Proximity Sensors, Reed Sensors, Laser Distance and Through-Beam Sensors Proficiency using MS Office and other tools A team player who constructively contributes to a positive environment Ability to speak, read, and write English fluently Education/Training/Certifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent technical degree and/or other degree and relevant experience Additional Requirements Schedule: M-F, Typical 7:00 am - 4:00 pm or 8:00 am - 5:00 pm with minimal on-call schedule. Weekend/ Night shift coverage Pay Rate/Salary $100,000 - $130,000 annually HireResource Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.