Automation Engineer II
Birmingham, AL · On-site
At Evonik, you have the chance to explore, thrive, and grow alongside 33,000 colleagues. Among ... Troubleshoot and resolve automation, software, and industrial network issuesto minimize production ...
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Automation Engineer II
Birmingham, AL · On-site
At Evonik, you have the chance to explore, thrive, and grow alongside 33,000 colleagues. Among ... Troubleshoot and resolve automation, software, and industrial network issuesto minimize production ...
At Evonik, you have the chance to explore, thrive, and grow alongside 33,000 colleagues. Among ... Develop and modify PLC code utilizing PC based configuration software. * Analyze plant operations ...
At Evonik, you have the chance to explore, thrive, and grow alongside 33,000 colleagues. Among ... Develop and modify PLC code utilizing PC based configuration software. * Analyze plant operations ...
What we offer At Evonik, you're part of a global chemical company working in many sectors that go beyond chemistry. From lipids for tomorrow's medicines, biosurfactants for green detergents ...
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What we offer At Evonik, you're part of a global chemical company working in many sectors that go beyond chemistry. From lipids for tomorrow's medicines, biosurfactants for green detergents ...
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What we offer At Evonik, you're part of a global chemical company working in many sectors that go beyond chemistry. From lipids for tomorrow's medicines, biosurfactants for green detergents ...
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What we offer At Evonik, you're part of a global chemical company working in many sectors that go beyond chemistry. From lipids for tomorrow's medicines, biosurfactants for green detergents ...
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Head of Procurement Logistics & Packaging North America
Piscataway, NJ · Hybrid
$138K - $250K/yr
Strong software skills regarding Microsoft office, SAP, e-catalogue systems, other tail-end management tools The Evonik Group adopts an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) approach. Candidates are ...
Head of Procurement Logistics & Packaging North America
Piscataway, NJ · Hybrid
$138K - $250K/yr
Strong software skills regarding Microsoft office, SAP, e-catalogue systems, other tail-end management tools The Evonik Group adopts an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) approach. Candidates are ...
What we offer At Evonik, you're part of a global chemical company working in many sectors that go beyond chemistry. From lipids for tomorrow's medicines, biosurfactants for green detergents ...
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What we offer At Evonik, you're part of a global chemical company working in many sectors that go beyond chemistry. From lipids for tomorrow's medicines, biosurfactants for green detergents ...
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At Evonik, you have the chance to explore, thrive, and grow alongside 33,000 colleagues. Among ... and software; enhanced by familiarity with additional systems or methodologies. * Skilled in ...
At Evonik, you have the chance to explore, thrive, and grow alongside 33,000 colleagues. Among ... and software; enhanced by familiarity with additional systems or methodologies. * Skilled in ...
What we offer At Evonik, you're part of a global chemical company working in many sectors that go beyond chemistry. From lipids for tomorrow's medicines, biosurfactants for green detergents ...
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What we offer At Evonik, you're part of a global chemical company working in many sectors that go beyond chemistry. From lipids for tomorrow's medicines, biosurfactants for green detergents ...
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... software applications, with experience managing annual budgets of approximately $2.5M-$3M. Experience in chemical or pharmaceutical manufacturing and processing equipment is preferred. The Evonik ...
... software applications, with experience managing annual budgets of approximately $2.5M-$3M. Experience in chemical or pharmaceutical manufacturing and processing equipment is preferred. The Evonik ...
IE Technician(156344)
$31K - $36K/yr
At Evonik, you have the chance to explore, thrive, and grow alongside 33,000 colleagues. Among ... PLC/DCS programming, hardware, software and wiring knowledge required * Excellent verbal and ...
IE Technician(156344)
$31K - $36K/yr
At Evonik, you have the chance to explore, thrive, and grow alongside 33,000 colleagues. Among ... PLC/DCS programming, hardware, software and wiring knowledge required * Excellent verbal and ...
At Evonik, you have the chance to explore, thrive, and grow alongside 33,000 colleagues. Among ... PLC/DCS programming, hardware, software and wiring knowledge required * Excellent verbal and ...
At Evonik, you have the chance to explore, thrive, and grow alongside 33,000 colleagues. Among ... PLC/DCS programming, hardware, software and wiring knowledge required * Excellent verbal and ...
Chemical Operator
Mapleton, IL · On-site
$18 - $20.50/hr
At Evonik, you have the chance to explore, thrive, and grow alongside 33,000 colleagues. Among ... Ability to understand and be able to operate a personal computer and associated software systems
Chemical Operator
Mapleton, IL · On-site
$18 - $20.50/hr
At Evonik, you have the chance to explore, thrive, and grow alongside 33,000 colleagues. Among ... Ability to understand and be able to operate a personal computer and associated software systems
Evonik Jobs Information
Do workers at Evonik get paid breaks?
Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
88% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
88% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
Does Evonik pay people when they’re sick?
Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
78% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
78% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
At Evonik, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?
Sick days and vacation days are used from the same paid time off.
96% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and July 2026.
96% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and July 2026.
Is the health insurance from Evonik affordable enough for their workers?
Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
96% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and July 2026.
96% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and July 2026.
Do people get paid time off at Evonik?
Most people get paid time off work.
96% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and July 2026.
96% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and July 2026.
How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?
Only some people find out their schedule four weeks ahead of time.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and June 2026.
- 25% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
- 25% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
- 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
- 50% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and June 2026.
Do workers at Evonik worry about hours?
Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
96% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
96% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
Do Evonik workers get to choose the shifts they work?
Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
39% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 28 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
39% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 28 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
How easy is it for Evonik workers to change shifts?
Some people find it hard to change shifts.
65% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.
65% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.
How easy is it to get time off at Evonik?
Most people find it easy to get time off.
83% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
83% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
Do Evonik managers change schedules at the last minute?
Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
97% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
97% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
Do jobs at Evonik spill into time workers aren’t paid for?
Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
0% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
0% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
How easy is it to take sick days at Evonik?
Most people find it easy to take sick days.
81% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
81% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
Is working at Evonik good if you’re a parent or caregiver?
Only some parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
60% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.
60% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.
Do people at Evonik feel treated with respect by their managers?
Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
72% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.
72% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.
Do people at Evonik get to take their breaks without interruption?
Only some people get breaks without interruption.
47% of people report that their breaks get interrupted.
Based on data from 34 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
47% of people report that their breaks get interrupted.
Based on data from 34 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
Is it stressful to work at Evonik?
Some people feel stressed out here.
65% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
65% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
Do people at Evonik enjoy their jobs?
Most people enjoy their job.
82% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
82% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
Do people at Evonik recommend working with their team?
Only some people recommend working with their team.
50% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
50% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
Do people get enough training when they start at Evonik?
Most people got enough training when they started.
78% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
78% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
Do people get support to advance at Evonik?
Most people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 71% of people report being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
In the last year, 71% of people report being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
Do people think Evonik’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?
Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
88% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
88% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
Do workers feel well informed about how Evonik is doing?
Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
44% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
44% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
What are the most popular job types at Evonik?
What are the most popular jobs at Evonik?
What are the most popular categories at Evonik?
Evonik rating
8.6
Based on 38 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
15th of 92 rated chemical manufacturers
Job description
What we offer
Explore a world of opportunities with us. Look ahead with us and help shape innovative solutions to make our world more sustainable and life healthier, more vibrant and more comfortable. At Evonik, you have the chance to explore, thrive, and grow alongside 33,000 colleagues. Among attractive career paths and high-quality development programs, we not only offer performance-based remuneration and occupational health benefits but also hybrid and flexible working environments with #SmartWork. Bring your fresh perspective, develop your strengths, break out your mold, and find a career that fits your dreams with us.
Click on the link below to learn what our employees have to say about Evonik:
https://careers.evonik.com/en/about/meet-the-team/
The automation engineer is responsible for maintaining all aspects of the site automation network, troubleshooting the site control system and equipment PLCs, and assisting with the design and qualification of new automation systems.
This automation engineer works as part of a larger site engineering team. This position receives technical guidance and assistance from more senior automation engineering positions.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Troubleshoot and resolve automation, software, and industrial network issuesto minimize production downtime and improve system reliability.
- Modify, optimize, and maintain automation control logicin collaboration with process engineers and manufacturing subject matter experts.
- Design and execute automation improvement projects, including upgrades of legacy control systems and integration of production and utility systems into the site-wide control architecture.
- Manage and coordinate electrical contractors and third-party automation vendorsto ensure successful and safe project execution.
- Develop and maintain automation documentation, including network architecture drawings, technical records, and system documentation.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, electrical safety standards, and site EHS requirementsfor both employees and contractors.
- Support GMP, ISO, change control, and validation requirementsby partnering with Quality Assurance and Validation teams during automation-related changes.
- Develop project budgets, cost estimates, scopes of work, and vendor bid packagesfor automation and electrical projects.
- Assist senior engineers with capital project planning, including project scope development, scheduling, resource planning, and cost management.
- Drive long-term automation reliability and modernization initiativesby improving system robustness, reducing downtime, and advancing plant-wide control system integration.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor's degreein Automation Engineering, Industrial Automation, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field is preferred.
- Minimum 3+ years of industrial automation experiencesupporting manufacturing processes, control systems, and automation equipment.
- Strong experience with PLC, DCS, HMI, and SCADA systems, including Siemens PCS 7/S7 platforms, Allen-Bradley ControlLogix family, FactoryTalk View SE/ME, Wonderware, and GE iFIX.
- Proficiency in automation programming and troubleshooting, including ladder logic, structured text, sequential function charts, function blocks, and IEC 61131 programming standards.
- Experience integrating new equipment into existing control systemsand migrating legacy automation platforms to modern, compliant solutions.
- Ability to troubleshoot complex software, control system, and industrial networking issuesusing advanced diagnostic and root-cause analysis techniques.
- Strong understanding of industrial networking and cybersecurity, including TCP/IP, Modbus, Ethernet/LAN/WAN infrastructure, Cisco networking hardware, Windows Domains, and Active Directory.
- Experience supporting automation IT infrastructure, including Microsoft Windows Server environments, SQL Server, OSI PI, virtualization technologies (VMware/Hyper-V), virtual machines, and command-line interfaces.
- Demonstrated project management skills, with the ability to develop scopes of work, manage vendors, estimate costs, and execute automation/electrical projects up to approximately $100K.
- Knowledge of automation documentation and system management tools, including Visio, asset management strategies, and maintaining technical records and network architecture documentation.
The Evonik Group adopts an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) approach. Candidates are assessed based on their educational qualifications, experience, job competencies and potential and shall not be discriminated against on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, gender, religion, nationality, disability or sexual orientation or other classifications protected by local, state, or provincial regulations.
Your Application
To ensure that your application is proceeded as quickly as possible and to protect the environment, please apply online via ourcareersportal. Further information about Evonik as Employer can be found at www.evonik.com/en/careers.html.
Please address your application to the Talent Acquisition Manager, statingyour earliest possible starting date and your salary expectations.
Your Talent Acquisition Manager:
Kelvin Seals [C]Company is
Evonik Corporation