Senior Automation Engineer

Job overview

The Senior Automation Engineer role is onsite in Foster City, CA; the posting says the ideal candidate should be based in the Bay Area. Compensation is listed as $120,000–$150,000 per year. E Tech Group delivers IT automation and control solutions for clients across several industries. The engineer provides technical leadership for process automation control projects from concept through commissioning. The role develops and configures PLC and SCADA systems, supports system design and troubleshooting, and coordinates with customers and project teams to deliver solutions that meet requirements.

What you'll do

• Configure PLC and SCADA programming platforms
• design and develop application and control systems
• evaluate alternative solutions
• modify logic across systems and subsystems
• engage customers to understand business needs
• support project scope, plans, and deliverables
• contribute to team collaboration and continuous improvement
• support local site work and regulated-environment documentation.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

senior automation engineer

full-time

foster city ca

e tech group

plc

scada

process automation

control systems

instrumentation

bay area

$120k-$150k

engineering leadership

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 401(k) with match and immediate vesting
• medical, dental, and vision
• paid vacation, holidays, family leave, and sick time
• training and continuing education.

Why this role

Senior-level technical responsibility from concept through commissioning; experience with PLC/SCADA platforms, instrumentation, control networks, and regulated processes is relevant; Bay Area location preferred.

About the employer

E Tech Group is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.