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About the Role

The Senior Automation Engineer leads the technical design and development of industrial automation applications at Atlas, combining hands-on development with technical leadership. This role builds complex automation solutions on Ignition and Allen-Bradley ControlLogix platforms while defining and enforcing development standards, application architecture, and engineering best practices. The Senior Automation Engineer also serves as a technical mentor to the automation team, guiding how solutions are designed, developed, and maintained while actively contributing to project delivery.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and deploy automation solutions using Ignition and Allen-Bradley ControlLogix platforms.
Lead the technical implementation of automation projects from design through commissioning.
Troubleshoot complex automation, controls, and SCADA issues across on-premises and cloud environments.
Design application architectures and integration patterns between PLCs, SCADA systems, databases, APIs, and business systems.
Define and maintain standards for PLC programming, Ignition development, documentation, and system integration.
Establish reusable templates, libraries, and development frameworks that accelerate delivery and improve consistency.
Review designs and code to ensure quality, consistency, and maintainability.
Mentor Automation Engineers and provide technical guidance during project execution.
Provide technical oversight of third-party automation vendors, including review of deliverables, issue resolution, project coordination, and confirmation that solutions align with Atlas engineering standards and architecture.
Maintain accurate technical documentation for automation systems, standards, and architectures.
Comply with all Atlas Energy Solutions safety policies, procedures, and site requirements when working in plant and field environments.
Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
Directly related experience may substitute for education
4+ years of experience with industrial automation systems
Experience with Allen-Bradley ControlLogix and Studio 5000
Experience developing applications in Ignition Perspective and/or Vision
Strong understanding of industrial communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP, OPC UA, Modbus TCP, and MQTT
Experience integrating automation systems with databases, APIs, and enterprise applications
Experience working with both on-premises and cloud environments for VM hosts and third-party applications
Proven ability to lead technical projects and mentor other engineers
Experience providing technical oversight of third-party automation vendors, including deliverable review, issue resolution, and alignment to engineering standards
Strong troubleshooting, communication, and documentation skills
Willingness and ability to work flexible hours and to be on-call after hours
Willingness to work at multiple geographic locations within Texas, including travel to Kermit, Monahans, and other locations
Valid Driver’s License and qualified through our company insurance/Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) Policy
Strong software development experience with Python, JavaScript, or similar programming languages, including object-oriented programming principles, source control (Git), code review practices, and modern software development workflows
Experience developing scripts, tools, and automation solutions that improve operational efficiency and streamline administrative processes across Windows and Linux environments
Familiarity with industrial automation and networking technologies, including LAN/WAN infrastructure, routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, and distributed control platforms such as Opto 22 groov EPIC, CODESYS, edge computing devices, and remote operations systems
Experience with industrial data platforms, historians, and reporting systems such as OSI PI, Canary, SQL-based solutions, and cloud-connected analytics platforms
Experience in mining, manufacturing, energy, or similarly demanding industrial operations

Skills

Ignition
Allen-Bradley ControlLogix
Allen-Bradley Studio 5000
Ignition Perspective
Ignition Vision
Ethernet/IP
OPC UA
Modbus TCP
MQTT
Python
JavaScript
Object-oriented programming
Git
Windows
Linux
LAN/WAN infrastructure
Routers
Switches
Firewalls
VPNs
Opto 22 groov EPIC
CODESYS
OSI PI
Canary
SQL
Troubleshooting
Communication
Documentation

Location

Austin, TX

Work Type

Office
Field
Plant
On-call

Experience Level

Senior
4+ years of experience

Education Level

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field

Benefits

100% covered Medical, Dental, and Vision
401K with company match, immediate vesting
Paid time off (non-rotational roles)
15+ company paid holidays

About the Company

Atlas Energy Solutions Inc. (NYSE: AESI) is a leading solutions provider to the energy industry. Atlas’ portfolio of offerings includes oilfield logistics, distributed power systems, and the largest proppant supply network in the Permian Basin. With a focus on leveraging technology, automation, and remote operations to enhance efficiencies, Atlas is centered around a core mission of improving human beings’ access to hydrocarbons that power our lives and, by doing so, maximizing value creation for our shareholders.

Equal Opportunity

Atlas Energy Solutions is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
This commitment applies to all aspects of employment, including recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, and termination.
Atlas Energy Solutions provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and those with pregnancy-related conditions in accordance with applicable law.