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Automation Engineer II

Direct Companies -
Sioux Falls, SD

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Job Details

Full-time
3 days ago

Benefits

Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
401(k) matching

Qualifications

Customer communication

Full Job Description

Join Our Team as an Automation Engineer II!

Direct Companies is currently seeking an Automation Engineer II to join our team. This role is responsible for independently executing automation projects, troubleshooting technical issues, supporting customers, and helping ensure automation and process control systems meet project requirements and performance expectations.

As an Automation Engineer II, you will take ownership of assigned technical work, collaborate directly with customers and project teams, and support less-experienced team members while contributing to reliable, high-quality automation solutions.

Position Summary

The Automation Engineer II installs, configures, tests, troubleshoots, and supports automation and control systems. This role independently manages assigned technical responsibilities, communicates project risks and system issues, maintains accurate documentation, and contributes to continuous improvement efforts.

This position requires travel to customer sites approximately 25–40% of the time.

Key Responsibilities

Project Execution & Technical Support

Install, configure, test, commission, and troubleshoot automation and control systems
Independently complete assigned project and service activities in accordance with customer requirements
Respond to technical and customer needs while involving additional resources when appropriate
Travel to customer sites to support installation, startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, and service work

Documentation & Communication

Maintain accurate project, system, configuration, and service documentation
Communicate technical issues, project risks, and recommended solutions to relevant stakeholders
Work directly with customers, vendors, and internal project teams to support successful project outcomes
Consistently use required company tools and project-management platforms

Team Support & Continuous Improvement

Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting support to less-experienced team members
Share knowledge and effective practices across the team
Identify opportunities to improve project execution, system reliability, and customer service
Continue developing technical expertise in automation, controls, and industrial systems

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Automation, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, or a technical degree with equivalent relevant experience
2–5 years of experience in automation, controls, systems integration, or an industrial environment
Working knowledge of PLC, SCADA, DCS, HMI, or industrial networking technologies
Experience configuring, testing, commissioning, maintaining, or troubleshooting industrial control systems
Strong troubleshooting, communication, organization, and critical-thinking skills
Ability to independently manage assigned work and collaborate effectively with customers and project teams
Ability to travel approximately 25–40%

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with platforms such as ABB, Emerson DeltaV, Rockwell Automation, or Siemens
Experience with industrial communication networks, system architecture, or control panel design
Experience supporting commissioning, startup, and service activities at customer facilities
Experience in manufacturing, processing, industrial, or systems-integration environments
Experience providing technical guidance or support to junior engineers or technicians

General Benefits Offering

At Direct Companies, we believe in rewarding hard work with strong benefits and growth opportunities. Team members enjoy:

Competitive compensation
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Paid holidays and generous PTO
Life and disability insurance
Ongoing training and career development

Why Join Us?

At Direct Companies, we are committed to delivering innovative automation and electrical solutions through teamwork, continuous improvement, and technical excellence. As an Automation Engineer II, you will have the opportunity to take ownership of meaningful technical work, solve customer challenges, support your teammates, and contribute to high-impact automation projects.

If you are an experienced automation professional who enjoys solving problems and delivering dependable solutions, we encourage you to apply.

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