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Automation Engineer

California - Carson & Mormon Island Terminal💼 Full-time💰 $124,000–$124,000🗓 2026-09-16 → 2026-09-26

Core

Provides technical expertise in Process Automation, Control & Optimization (PACO), instrumentation, and electrical systems to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of assets.

Role type

Senior IC Automation Engineer (Process Control & Electrical)

Builds

Automation, control, and instrumentation systems for Americas Distribution & Midstream assets

Domain

Energy / Industrial Automation / Electrical Engineering

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

PLC systems, SCADA and RTU systems, Industrial communication networks, Instrumentation and control systems, VFDs and motor controls, Electrical distribution systems, Troubleshooting automation and control systems, Process safety principles, Risk management practices

Preferred skills

Allen-Bradley ControlLogix, Tank gauging and measurement systems, Capital and expense project engineering, Commissioning and startup activities

Technologies

PLCs, SCADA, RTUs, VFDs, MCCs, Tank gauging systems, Industrial networks

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and resolve PACO and electrical system issues, Develop practical automation and control solutions, Support optimization of control strategies and automation performance, Provide electrical support including arc flash studies and documentation maintenance, Lead or support mitigation of high-risk technical threats, Provide technical guidance and coaching to technicians and operations personnel, Participate in design reviews, commissioning, and root cause analysis activities

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC

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