Process Automation Engineer (Entry-Level)

Process Automation Engineer – Entry Level

Location: St. Louis, MO (Chesterfield, MO)

What does the Experitec Process Automation Engineer role look like?

The Process Automation Engineer position provides an opportunity for entry-level engineers who want to learn more about the automation solutions industry. This engineer would get the opportunity to rotate throughout the engineering services organization, working with different engineering teams on providing service to various customers. You will get to design, support and implement projects for some of the most innovative manufacturing companies in the world.  This position will allow entry-level engineers to develop technical skills in Automation Engineering through a series of dynamic training and development activities made up of a combination of e-learning, in-person courses and hands-on experiences in the office and at customer sites. The Process Automation Engineer will participate in customer site activities, including control system commissioning and startup, cybersecurity improvements and system modernization.  

What is the Process Automation Engineer responsible for?

In this role, you will be responsible for providing engineering and design services to our customers required to maximize the value of their process control systems. Some examples of your day-to-day activities could include process control design, automation system configuration, project execution, instrument specification and selection, and construction support. The primary goal of your role would be to deliver quality solutions and services to customers using the technologies provided by DeltaV, DeltaV SIS, Asset Management Systems (AMS) and other Emerson solutions.

Who can do this job?  

A qualified candidate will have the following attributes/qualifications/skills:

• Associates degree or B.S. degree in Electrical, Chemical, Mechanical, Electronics, Industrial Technology, or equivalent
• 0-2 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.
• Critical and analytical thinking.
• Sound problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Strong collaboration and teamwork.
• Embrace and reflect Experitec’s core values.

What Experitec offers:

At Experitec, we know our employees are a critical part to our overall success. We care about the wellbeing of each employee. No matter what stage of life they’re in, Experitec strives to support and care for each employee with a benefits program tailored to their needs. We pride ourselves on offering a flexible work environment ensuring our employees have the work-life balance they deserve. We believe giving our employees the resources they need to succeed in their personal lives will enable them to reach their peak performance in their professional lives.

Comprehensive benefits package*:

• Major medical, dental, vision.
• 401K –
  • Employer match of 50% of every dollar employee contributes up to 6% of annual compensation.
  • Employer makes a 3% Safe Harbor Contribution of your total compensation each month.
• 100% Employee Owned with ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan).
• Flexible work environment.
• Hybrid work options (role dependent).
• PTO: personal time, vacation, paid holidays.
• Company and individual performance related compensation plan rewarding employees for their contribution and encouraging their long-term commitment.
• 14 weeks paid maternity leave.
• 2 weeks paid parental leave.

*Full details available in Benefits brochure provided to candidates during final interview stage.

Equal Opportunity Employer 

Experitec is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

Work Authorization 

Experitec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 (including those with OPT or CPT), H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J, or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future are not eligible for hire.

What does Experitec do?  

As an Emerson Impact Partner, we have the exclusive rights to sell and service Emerson Automation Solutions products in our defined territory. Our customers are largely manufacturing facilities and Upstream Oil & Gas. We serve many different industries including chemical, power generation, refining, oil & gas, food & beverage, pulp & paper, and water. We partner with our customers to optimize the performance of their automated processes (reduce cost and increase throughput and quality), make their plants safer places to work, and/or help them reach environmental goals. Our engineered solutions include both innovative technology, products, and services. We are a group of Driven, Positive and Collaborative Employee Owners!