Alfa Laval
Automation Engineer
Buffalo, NY · Mid
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About the role
- Together, we're pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full potential of precious resources.
- The Automation Engineer is responsible for owning individual electrical engineering projects from start to finish, managing project scope, budget, and schedule in a project management capacity.
- If you're energized by technical problem-solving, cross-functional collaboration, and seeing projects through from concept to completion, we'd love to hear from you.
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Compensation
- Alfa Laval offers a competitive salary and full benefits package, including medical/dental/vision/life, 401(k) plan, and more.
Company info
- Lead electrical and automation projects from quotation through commissioning, ensuring successful delivery on scope, schedule, and budget.
- Design and develop electrical systems, CAD drawing packages, PLC/HMI programs, and supporting technical documentation.
- Create functional descriptions, operating manuals, and performance verification documentation to support both customers and field teams.
- Test, validate, commission, and optimize automation systems to ensure reliable performance and customer satisfaction.
- Partner with customers, field technicians, suppliers, and internal teams to troubleshoot issues and deliver effective solutions.
- Support aftermarket service activities, startup assistance, and system upgrades in the field.
- Collaborate across multiple Alfa Laval business units and product lines, contributing to innovative automation solutions that make a real impact.
- Travel as needed to support installations, commissioning, troubleshooting, and customer success.
- Delivering high-quality projects safely, on time, and within budget.
- Building strong relationships through responsive customer support and technical expertise.
- Developing reliable, well-documented automation solutions that meet customer needs.
- Demonstrating strong proficiency in electrical design, PLC/HMI programming, commissioning, and troubleshooting.
- Managing multiple priorities effectively while maintaining attention to detail and quality.
- Collaborating successfully with cross-functional teams to achieve project and business objectives.
- Contributing to a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and operational excellence.
- Minimum of 2 years of Electrical/Automation design and support background preferred
- Minimum of 2 years of comprehensive experience with Rockwell Allen Bradley software preferred; Siemens experience a plus
- Experience with Alfa Laval decanter and/or high-speed separators, a plus
- Strong proficiency in CAD software and PLC/HMI programming
- Strong project management and organizational skills
- Ability to travel (up to 35%) for commissioning and support activities required; valid passport and driver's license required
- A collaborative approach and customer-first attitude
Visa & Work Authorization
- Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
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