Senior Automation Engineer

Matrix Technologies, Inc.

. Support clients in Louisville, KY, and the surrounding region .

Posted 9/28/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $92,000 - $130,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in control systems development, including DCS and PLC programming, project management, and client engagement. Proven ability to lead teams, mentor engineers, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards in industrial automation projects.

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DCS ProgrammingPLC ProgrammingProject ManagementControl Systems DevelopmentClient Engagement

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Hard Skills

Control Systems DevelopmentDCS ProgrammingPLC ProgrammingHMI Graphics DevelopmentAutomation System Start-UpElectrical TroubleshootingProcess Control Network ArchitectureContinuous Batching ProcessesIndustrial Software DevelopmentFactory Acceptance Testing

Soft Skills

LeadershipMentoringCollaborationCommunicationClient Relationship Management

Tools & Technologies

Allen-BradleyRockwell AutomationSiemensAvevaEthernet/IPDeviceNetModbus TCP/IP

Certifications & Qualifications

Fundamentals of Engineering (FE)Professional Engineer (PE)

Industry Keywords

Industrial AutomationEPC ProjectsDistillery OperationsProcess ManufacturingFood and Beverage IndustryChemical IndustryPharmaceuticals

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

TCP/IP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support clients in Louisville, KY, and the surrounding region
Perform control systems development assignments and create specifications with limited or no user requirements
Independently evaluate, select, and apply standard programming techniques, procedures, and criteria
Direct one or more projects and supervise project team members as needed
Interface with external clients and internal engineering disciplines
Gather field data and prepare functional specifications
Write DCS and/or PLC code
Develop HMI graphics
Perform client acceptance testing, software Factory Acceptance Testing, commissioning, and automation system start-up
Prepare project scopes of work, preliminary design concepts, and cost estimates
Report project performance
Lead software development for existing and new DCS/PLC-based control systems
Design operator graphic screens and interfaces with other control systems and external computing platforms
Develop high-quality industrial software programs according to project requirements
Coordinate and collaborate with other engineering disciplines
Help supervise site-team safety and develop control-system safety guidelines
Mentor engineers and provide leadership and guidance to less experienced staff
Participate in continuous improvement of Matrix standards, procedures, and project methodology
Serve as client sponsor and help identify new project opportunities
Lead proposal efforts and become a trusted client resource
Follow Matrix Core Values and set an example for others

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering or related field from an ABET-accredited college or university
Minimum six years of controls, automation, and electrical troubleshooting and start-up experience
Must be legally eligible to work in the United States
Able to access required client work sites
Ability to travel approximately 15-25%, both locally and overnight
Experience with protocols including Ethernet/IP, DeviceNet, and Modbus TCP/IP
Knowledge in Process Control Network Architecture design
Preference for Allen-Bradley, Rockwell Automation, Siemens, and Aveva experience
Knowledge of continuous batching processes and controls is a plus
Systems Integrator experience is a plus
EPC project experience preferred
Experience with distillery operations, process manufacturing, or industrial automation within the spirits sector is a strong asset
Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) or Professional Engineer (PE) certification preferred
Varied industrial background is a plus
Familiarity with food and beverage, chemical, pharmaceuticals, or manufacturing industries
Ability to perform industrial field work and work around hazardous locations, inclement weather, moving mechanical parts, noise, ladders, uneven ground, stairs, and food allergens
Ability to occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Insurance with Prescription Drug Coverage
Dental and Vision Insurance
Generous Paid Time Off (Extra Days for Purchase)
Ten Paid Holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Bereavement Leave
Flexible Work Schedules
Work at Home Options
Wellness Program with Incentive Dollars
Preventive Health Screenings
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
401(k) and Roth Plans with 5% Match and immediate vesting upon enrollment
Overtime Pay for Salaried positions
Quarterly Bonus Program
Spot Bonus Program
Pre-Tax Health Savings Account (HSA) with Match
Pre-Tax Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Life Insurance Paid by Matrix and Buy-Up Options
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Plan Paid by Matrix
Technical, Managerial, and Administrative Career Paths
Onboarding and Mentoring
Internal Training and Cross Training
PE Certifications, Registration, and Renewals
Assessments and Leadership Development
External Certification Programs
Professional Memberships
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Employee Service Awards and Peer Recognition
Employee Referral Program/Bonus
Casual Dress
Discount Programs
Community Involvement Committee
Sports Teams and Clubs
Profit sharing
ESOP participation