Automation Engineer - Industrial & Utilities (KY)

About us

Since 1990, Excel Engineering, Inc. has proudly served its clients in the US and abroad. We strive to differentiate our Professional Technical Services from the competition by providing engineering solutions with a reputation of customer focus and a high standard of excellence.

Excel Engineering is seeking an experienced Automation Engineer for its Industrial Control & Utilities division. This position will manage and execute assigned projects independently or as part of a team delivering engineered industrial control & automation solutions to our clients in support of their manufacturing processes or utility services. Knowledge of PLCs, HMI/SCADA, DeltaV, VFDs, P&IDs, power distribution, and panel design within the industrial manufacturing and utilities industries is fundamental to this role.

This position works closely with other engineers, project managers, vendors, contractors, and client team members in support of both capital and operational improvement projects. An ability to work independently, self-motivate, and communicate effectively with team members is vital to the success of this role.

Primary Responsibilities

• Creates all project documents according to internal processes to ensure that designs meet Client’s expectations.
• Creates Programmable Logical Control (PLC) programs and HMI applications from User Requirements or Functional Specifications.
• Performs system validation according to scope documentation and project requirements.
• Work with Client to develop project scope and estimate. Develop proposals and carry project through completion.
• Directs assigned team in the field and assigns priorities consistent with project needs; reports progress to project and engineering management.
• Design electrical schematic packages by laying out I/O, designing magnetic circuits, fusing, control panel layouts, bills of material, and cable layouts.
• Performs the required sizing calculation for power, heat dissipation, wire sizing, fusing, etc.
• Performs the required calculations for Control System network layout and traffic analysis.
• Leads large projects by defining and issuing work to assigned team members or runs multiple small projects with minimal direction.
• Specify and configure VFD and Servo drives for applications.
• Willingness to travel, up to 25%

• Minimum of (5) or more years’ experience as an industrial control system/automation engineer.
• Industrial electrical design experience in the following industries: Consumer Goods, Renewable Energy; Gas Processing, Chemical, Power, Waste Management or Pharmaceutical.

Education

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering from an ABET accredited institution or equivalent experience is strongly preferred.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 Scale.

We offer…

• Growth & Development: Ongoing continuing education, hands-on training, and opportunities to expand your skills.

• Career Advancement Support: Assistance in earning professional certifications and pursuing further education.

• Retirement Benefits: 401(k) plan with employer matching.

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options.

• Wellness Focus: Access to programs designed to support your overall well-being.

• Work–Life Balance: Paid time off and flexible work environment

• Flexibility & Trust: A flexible schedule and work environment built around mutual trust and accountability.

• Share the Talent, Share the Rewards: We value great people recommending great people, which is why our employee referral program is designed to reward you continuously

We offer a competitive salary and great benefits. At Excel Engineering, we’re proud of our positive, high-performing culture where teamwork, continuous improvement, and a service-oriented mindset help us do our best work every day. If you enjoy a fast-paced and rewarding environment, you’ll love being part of our team!  

Excel Engineering, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected characteristic.

We value diverse perspectives and believe they strengthen our work, our teams, and the solutions we deliver to clients. We encourage candidates from backgrounds traditionally underrepresented in engineering to apply. If you need accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact our Human Resources team at ExcelHR@exceleng.net.