REMOTE Automation Project Engineer
Actalent
Job Title: Automation Project Engineer
Job Description
The Automation Project Engineer will be responsible for ensuring quality assurance (QA) for the assigned package within the contractual scope of supply. The role includes securing compliance with Health and Safety Executive (HSE) rules and regulations, handling communication with the customer and sub-suppliers regarding technical matters, and ensuring all changes and additional requirements are properly documented. The engineer will also secure necessary approvals from the client for design, drawings, quality, and inspection formats, and assure third-party approval of documents and systems. Additional responsibilities include addressing deviations from the contracted scope of supply, providing feedback to the Lead Engineer, and securing required documentation for purchase orders and commissioning. The engineer will also be involved in developing and modifying automation cabinets, communication network topologies, and various interface lists, as well as updating firmware and system information documents.
Hard Skills
Coordination of Automation sub-packages (IAS, SIS, Asset Management, HMS)
SCADA Experience
Experience with IEC61850 and TCP/IP network Protocols
Development of propulsion control and PEMS system descriptions
Development of hardware and software testing procedures
Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or Computer Science, or other engineering degree
8 years of experience in engineering with Distributed Control Systems
Sound knowledge of engineering techniques, processes, and tools
Soft Skills
Effective communication with customers and sub-suppliers
Strong documentation skills
Ability to secure necessary approvals
Problem-solving and feedback provision
Coordination and logistics management
Job Type
This is a contract position with a duration of 12 Month(s).
Work Site
This is a fully remote position with 5-10% travel.
Work Environment
Remote with 5-10% Travel
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
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Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
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