Senior Automation Engineer - PLC & Python

Job Description An Insight Global client has a role for a Senior Automation Engineer - PLC & Python supporting the Automated Cementing program. Based in Duncan, OK, you'll help build a safety‑critical platform that replaces manual, click‑heavy cementing workflows with deterministic, software‑driven automation. This is a hands‑on role close to real equipment, operators, and global field operations working across PLCs (Siemens, Beckhoff, etc.), Python‑based orchestration above PLCs, and integrations via OPC‑UA/MQTT/REST while supporting testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting on live equipment. This person will either need to relocate, commute or travel to Duncan, OK on a regular basis to support this role.

Targeted Pay Range:

$60-80/hr We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.

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• 10+ years in industrial automation / controls / systems integration
• Strong hands‑on PLC experience (any major platform)
• Python development experience used in real systems (automation, integration, tooling, orchestration)
• Experience working with industrial equipment, not just simulations
• Comfortable troubleshooting systems that mix hardware + software
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
• Experience in multi‑PLC environments or distributed control systems

HMI / SCADA

exposure

• Industrial networking or edge computing experience
• Oil & gas, cementing, or heavy equipment background (or willingness to learn fast)