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Automation Engineer Contract Jobs in Portland, OR

A-dec Inc.

AI Engineer, Sr

Newberg, OR · On-site

$109K - $150K/yr

... contracts and ensure data quality and consistency across pipelines • Ensure AI solutions meet ... Python for building AI models, automation, and production services • SQL for working with ...

campus4tech

Network Engineer

Beaverton, OR · On-site

... 5pm) Contract Duration: 12 months Note: Candidate must have Large Scale Enterprise Clients or ... Familiarity with Cisco Catalyst Center automation capabilities, including deploying template ...

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Chief Engineer Hotel

Vancouver, WA · On-site

$120K - $150K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... and building automation systems. * Ensure uninterrupted operation of critical facility systems ... Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and service agreements. * Assist in the development and ...

A-dec, Inc.

AI Engineer, Sr

Newberg, OR · On-site

$109K - $150K/yr

This role focuses on delivering practical AI solutions that drive automation, improve decision ... Support enterprise data governance by partnering with data owners to define data contracts and ...

A-dec, Inc.

AI Engineer, Sr

Newberg, OR · On-site

$109K - $150K/yr

This role focuses on delivering practical AI solutions that drive automation, improve decision ... Support enterprise data governance by partnering with data owners to define data contracts and ...

SupportFinity™

AI Engineer, Sr

Newberg, OR · On-site

$140 - $220/hr

This role focuses on delivering practical AI solutions that drive automation, improve decision ... Support enterprise data governance by partnering with data owners to define data contracts and ...

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Chief Engineer Luxury Hotel

Vancouver, WA

$100K - $120K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... and building automation systems. * Ensure uninterrupted operation of critical facility systems ... Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and service agreements. * Assist in the development and ...

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Security Engineer

Portland, OR · On-site

This position is contingent upon contract award. The Security Engineer supports the design ... Develop and maintain scripts, queries, automation, and repeatable procedures to improve security ...

FORTIOR SOLUTIONS, LLC

DevOps / QA

Hillsboro, OR

$57.50 - $78.75/hr

Federal contracts require that this employee is a US citizen. Job Summary The DevOps / QA Engineer ... You will work with Software Engineers to ensure meaningful test automation accompanies all new ...

ATS Companies

Critical Facilities Project Engineer

Hillsboro, OR · On-site

$68K - $124K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

JOIN THE EXCITING WORLD OF BUILDING AUTOMATION AND ENERGY MANAGEMENT Come build your career in the ... contract documents. You will also have the opportunity to: * Responsible for analyzing system ...

ATS Companies

Critical Facilities Project Engineer

Hillsboro, OR · On-site

$68K - $124K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

JOIN THE EXCITING WORLD OF BUILDING AUTOMATION AND ENERGY MANAGEMENT Come build your career in the ... contract documents. You will also have the opportunity to: * Responsible for analyzing system ...

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As of Aug 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for automation engineer contract in Portland, OR is $113,608.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $91,700.00 and $131,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Automation and Controls Designer

Pacific Northern Environmental LLC

Tualatin, OR • On-site

$32 - $52/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

Job Summary
Taurus Power and Controls - a Pacific Northern Environmental LLC Company, is seeking an Automation and Controls Designer who thrives in a fast-paced, team environment and has the ability to provide exceptional service to our company, clients, and employees.
Pacific Northern Environmental, LLC consists of five divisions include Advanced Electrical Technologies (AET), Taurus Power and Controls (Taurus), Cowlitz Clean Sweep (CCS), Pacific Northern Environmental Construction (PNEC), and WasteXpress Environmental (WXE). Together, we specialize in commercial and petroleum construction, industrial and commercial electrical, industrial cleaning, and hazardous waste disposal. PNE LLC is a multi-state organization with operating offices in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Hawaii. In addition, we have multiple job sites across the US.
Since 1985, Taurus has been designing control systems, automating tasks, and fabricating control panels for industrial, municipal, and commercial customers-on time and on budget. Taurus is a NETA Accredited Company that offers full-service, third party, independent testing for all electrically powered systems and equipment. Being a 24/7 field service company remains at the core of what we do. We have expertise in a wide array of systems and industries, whether it's servicing projects we developed, or systems built by others.
As an Automation and Controls Designer, you will apply your knowledge to assist in the development of industrial control panel designs, select instrumentation and controls components, and provide technical documentation to meet customer specifications. You will interface with the manufacturing team during construction and may assist with programming and testing of the final product. The Automation and Controls Designer works on projects that serve a wide variety of customers in the Industrial and Water/Wastewater Municipal markets.
Education and Experience Qualifications
Education:
  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technical degree in Automation, Electrical Systems, or similar related field, or equivalent professional experience in the field of automation and controls design.

Required Skills:
  • Knowledge of electrical systems and industrial control panel design.
  • Ability to read and understand P&IDs.
  • Understanding of PLC I/O schematics and relay logic.
  • Understanding of motor control / VFD circuits.
  • Experience with current versions of Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe.
  • Acute attention to detail.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Flexibility for prioritizing multiple tasks.
  • Ability to work both alone and collaboratively in a team environment.

Desired Skills:
  • Programming experience with PLC Platforms: Allen Bradley, Siemens, SQ D, GE.
  • Programming experience with HMI/SCADA Platforms: Allen Bradley, Aveva, Ignition.
  • Programming experience with VFDs: Allen Bradley, ABB, Yaskawa, Eaton.
  • Familiarity with communication networks (Ethernet, Modbus, etc.).
  • Experience in the Water/Wastewater industry.

Duties and Responsibilities
The Automation and Controls Designer's primary responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
  • Consult with engineering management and project management teams for clear understanding of assignments.
  • Review and interpret contract specifications & drawings to comprehend project scopes.
  • Select suitable part numbers for components to meet integration requirements.
  • Develop control panel Bill of Materials (BOM).
  • Create instrumentation schedules compliant with specifications.
  • Collaborate with the CAD department on control panel layout design, thermal requirements, and electrical/control schematics.
  • Conduct thorough reviews of CAD drawing sets, submittals, and O&Ms (Operation and Maintenance manuals).
  • Produce various technical documents including instrument data sheets, instrument calibration sheets, control panel test forms for FAT (factory acceptance testing), ORT (operational readiness testing), and PAT (performance acceptance testing).
  • Draft RFIs (Requests for Information) and change orders as needed.
  • Provide technical assistance during panel construction, responding to inquiries from the shop floor.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
The candidate must possess and be adaptable to the following physical abilities and working conditions:
  • Move about the jobsite as needed.
  • Move work related equipment up to 50lbs.
  • Remain in a stationary position for long periods of time.
  • Operate various technological devices, including but not limited to a computer.
  • Occasionally ascend/descend ladders and/or stairs.

Employee Benefit Program
Pacific Northern Environmental, LLC presently provides coverage for:
  • Medical, Dental & Vision options with low premiums for employees and eligible dependents
  • Life AD&D - Voluntary and Company paid.
  • Specialty RX programs.
  • Group AFLAC options - Hospital, Critical, Accident and short-term Disability Plans
  • Pre-Tax Flexible Savings Account (FSA)
  • Pre-Tax Dependent Care Savings Account (DCSA)
  • Telehealth by Teladoc.
  • 401(k) with discretionary annual company matching contributions.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Paid Trainings and Certifications
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holiday for qualifying employees
  • Up to $2,000 per year profit sharing for qualifying employees
  • Annual company events
  • Safety Incentives

Please apply directly - https://pneco.bamboohr.com/careers/178
***Not open to outside recruiters***
Pacific Northern Environmental, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodation will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
This job description is a general description of essential job functions. It is not intended as an employment contract, nor is it intended to describe all duties someone in this position may perform. All employees of Pacific Northern Environmental, LLC (PNE, LLC) are expected to perform tasks as assigned by PNE supervisory/management personnel, regardless of job title or routine job duties.
We are a Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace. All new hires are subject to testing in accordance with local, federal, and state guidelines.
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