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Electronic Engineer - SmartPort

Opportunity

APM Terminals

PURPOSE:

The **Smart Port Engineer** contributes as part of a team responsible for the design, execution, and validation of advanced terminal systems. This role involves digital solution design, system integration, and continuous improvement to support evolving operational requirements.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

+ Oversee the daily functions and define new strategy for the technology components (PLC, Remote I/O, Sensors, VFD, HMIs) that make up the automated terminal operation.

+ Review and understand control system design and process requirements to develop software functional specifications for optimization/continuous improvement projects.

+ Perform system integration, software test planning, testing, and commissioning.

+ Oversee and at times, engage in configuration, installation and maintenance of automation software, automation hardware, infrastructure and communication services such as positioning systems, location and RFID systems, bridges, switches, cabling and equipment automation firmware.

+ Interface with Project, Ops, and M&R to troubleshoot operational incidents, develop requirements, and support documentation and procedure generation efforts.

+ Interface with mechanics and provide guidance for hardware fixes

+ Ensure proper integration of vendor engineering solutions into the overall terminal engineering documentation.

+ Implementation and Management of automation changes in an operating facility.

+ Promote good working relationships between internal and external stakeholders, including other project teams, terminal departments, vendors, union labor officials, and transient workforce.

+ Perform other position related duties as specified by management.

EDUCATION/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

+ _Education_ – Bachelor’s degree or higher in Control Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering or related discipline is preferred; 5+ years’ experience plus vocational degree and certification in lieu of degree may be considered

+ Minimum one year of industrial automation or similar experience.

+ Minimum three (3) years of related project handling/management experience and process documentation (for example, functional requirements, control design, instrumentation design, etc.) strongly recommended.

+ Experience using state-of-the-art technology with on-site automation experience or ability to learn

+ Prior experience working as an automation technician desired

+ _Skills_ – the following are strongly recommended/critical:

+ Continuous Improvement/LEAN/Six Sigma experience

+ PLC: Siemens, TIA Portal, ladder logic, ST, FBD, SFC.

+ CMS/HMI: SCADA, WinCC

+ Platforms, Networking and protocol (TCP/IP, Profibus, ProfiNET, ASI, CAN- Bus)

+ Hardware and Instrumentation design

+ Commissioning experience

+ _Collaboration – Builds strong relationships with stakeholders using empathy, cultural awareness, and effective communication across teams and levels._

+ _Functional Excellence – Leads effectively, delivers high-quality work under pressure, and applies analytical and creative thinking. Organized, reliable, and committed to excellent internal service._

DIMENSIONS:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work is performed both indoors and outdoors.

Frequently in an office setting the employee will be required to sit at a computer terminal, using keyboard and mouse. Occasionally bending, stoop, reaching above shoulder level, walk, climb stairs and carrying up to 25 pounds. Should be able to hear & speak clearly using phone / headset to communicate with customers; be able to navigate, view & enter information on the computer.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally will have to withstand exposure to outdoor/adverse working conditions. The employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee may be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; extreme heat and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is occasionally noisy.

Job Type:

Full Time

Company Benefits:

+ Medical

+ Dental

+ Vision

+ Employee Assistance Program

+ Paid Time Off

+ Flexible Work Schedules (when possible)

+ And more!

**Pay Range:** $115,000 – $130,000

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United States Of America,

US - Elizabeth

Full time

Day Shift (United States of America)

Created: 2025-10-23

Job Flexibility: Site Based

Additional info

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