Automation Engineer
Full Time
Part Time
On-site
StratEdge It consulting INC
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Job Details
Skills
- MES
- AUTOMATION
- MIDDLEWARE
- COMPACTLOGIX
- SCADA
- VLAN
- COMMISSIONING
- MQTT
Summary
Job Title: Controls & Automation Engineer
Client: Capgemini
Location: Clarksville, TN (Onsite)
Duration: 3 Months Contract to Hire
Rate: $40/hr
Experience: 8+ Years
Visa: , , EAD
Visa Not Accepted: CPT, OPT, H-1B, H-1B Transfers
Submission Requirements:
LinkedIn with good connections
Driver s License (DL)
Visa copy
8+ years of relevant experience
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Controls Engineer to design, develop, implement, and maintain industrial automation and OT connectivity solutions. In this role, you will be primarily responsible for programming and commissioning Rockwell Automation (Allen-Bradley) control platforms, as well as configuring and managing PTC Kepware (KEPServer/EX) middleware to ensure seamless data communication between shop-floor control devices, SCADA, MES, and enterprise systems.
Key Responsibilities
PLC / HMI / SCADA Programming & Commissioning
Design, develop, test, and deploy PLC logic using Studio 5000 / RSLogix 5000 / 500 for ControlLogix, CompactLogix, and GuardLogix platforms.
Design and configure operator interfaces using FactoryTalk View ME/SE and integrate motion control systems such as PowerFlex VFDs and Kinetix servo drives.
Perform on-site system commissioning, start-up, loop tuning, and functional testing.
Industrial Connectivity & Middleware (Kepware)
Configure and maintain PTC KEPServer/EX for real-time OT data acquisition, device bridging, and protocol conversion across disparate manufacturing assets.
Implement and troubleshoot OPC DA, OPC UA, MQTT, REST, and IoT Gateway plugins within Kepware to pass telemetry to SCADA, MES, Historian, or Cloud platforms.
Manage device drivers, tag addressing, channel optimization, and security certificates within KEPServer/EX.
Industrial Networking & OT Architecture
Configure and troubleshoot industrial communication protocols including EtherNet/IP, CIP, Modbus TCP/RTU, and Profinet.
Collaborate with IT/OT teams to implement managed industrial switches such as Cisco and Stratix, VLAN segmentation, NAT routers, and network diagnostics.
Troubleshooting, Maintenance & Compliance
Perform root-cause analysis on hardware, logic, and communication failures to minimize operational downtime.
Maintain comprehensive engineering documentation including electrical schematics, P&IDs, I/O lists, network architecture diagrams, and Functional Design Specifications (FDS).
Ensure all systems adhere to machine safety standards including ISO 13849, IEC 62061 / 61508 and cybersecurity best practices including ISA/IEC 62443.
Client: Capgemini
Location: Clarksville, TN (Onsite)
Duration: 3 Months Contract to Hire
Rate: $40/hr
Experience: 8+ Years
Visa: , , EAD
Visa Not Accepted: CPT, OPT, H-1B, H-1B Transfers
Submission Requirements:
LinkedIn with good connections
Driver s License (DL)
Visa copy
8+ years of relevant experience
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Controls Engineer to design, develop, implement, and maintain industrial automation and OT connectivity solutions. In this role, you will be primarily responsible for programming and commissioning Rockwell Automation (Allen-Bradley) control platforms, as well as configuring and managing PTC Kepware (KEPServer/EX) middleware to ensure seamless data communication between shop-floor control devices, SCADA, MES, and enterprise systems.
Key Responsibilities
PLC / HMI / SCADA Programming & Commissioning
Design, develop, test, and deploy PLC logic using Studio 5000 / RSLogix 5000 / 500 for ControlLogix, CompactLogix, and GuardLogix platforms.
Design and configure operator interfaces using FactoryTalk View ME/SE and integrate motion control systems such as PowerFlex VFDs and Kinetix servo drives.
Perform on-site system commissioning, start-up, loop tuning, and functional testing.
Industrial Connectivity & Middleware (Kepware)
Configure and maintain PTC KEPServer/EX for real-time OT data acquisition, device bridging, and protocol conversion across disparate manufacturing assets.
Implement and troubleshoot OPC DA, OPC UA, MQTT, REST, and IoT Gateway plugins within Kepware to pass telemetry to SCADA, MES, Historian, or Cloud platforms.
Manage device drivers, tag addressing, channel optimization, and security certificates within KEPServer/EX.
Industrial Networking & OT Architecture
Configure and troubleshoot industrial communication protocols including EtherNet/IP, CIP, Modbus TCP/RTU, and Profinet.
Collaborate with IT/OT teams to implement managed industrial switches such as Cisco and Stratix, VLAN segmentation, NAT routers, and network diagnostics.
Troubleshooting, Maintenance & Compliance
Perform root-cause analysis on hardware, logic, and communication failures to minimize operational downtime.
Maintain comprehensive engineering documentation including electrical schematics, P&IDs, I/O lists, network architecture diagrams, and Functional Design Specifications (FDS).
Ensure all systems adhere to machine safety standards including ISO 13849, IEC 62061 / 61508 and cybersecurity best practices including ISA/IEC 62443.
Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.
- Dice Id: 91171926
- Position Id: OOJ - 1941-945-1791316551
- Posted 6 days ago
Company Info
About StratEdge It consulting INC
We are a specialized IT consulting firm dedicated to providing strategic solutions and robust technical support tailored to meet your organization's unique technology needs. With deep expertise across cloud infrastructure, networking, cybersecurity, and systems management, our team helps businesses optimize their technology landscape, enhance operational efficiency, and drive innovation.
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