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Automation Engineer - PLC

Charlotte, NC, US • Posted 1 day ago • Updated 2 hours ago

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Skills

Project Delivery
SCADA
Management
Organized
Backup Administration
Documentation
Testing
Functional Testing
Electrical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Programmable Logic Controller
Control Engineering
Network Design
Soft Skills
Effective Communication
Collaboration
Conflict Resolution
Problem Solving
Technical Support

Summary

Automation Engineer (AE) - PLC

About the Role
We are seeking a motivated Automation Engineer-PLC to join our growing team. In this role, you will design and program PLC-based control systems for building automation projects while contributing to the development of system sequences and supporting successful project delivery from design through commissioning.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a solid foundation in controls engineering who is ready to take ownership of standard system designs and grow into more advanced automation responsibilities.

What You'll Do

Develop controls drawings in alignment with company standards
Perform product selection for standard automation applications
Support and draft portions of Sequence of Operations (SoO) documentation
Program PLC controllers for building automation systems
Create and execute functional test plans for both bench testing and field validation
Collaborate with SCADA teams to develop and manage I/O lists
Maintain organized documentation, including revision logs and program backups
Support network architecture documentation
Conduct bench testing by simulating real-world operating conditions
Ensure all deliverables meet internal quality standards and project requirements
Travel to project sites for system commissioning and first-of-kind functional testing

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Controls, Automation) or related field, or equivalent experience
2-5 years of experience in controls engineering, automation design, or PLC programming

Technical Skills

Strong experience with PLC programming and controls system design
Ability to independently produce controls drawings and perform product selection
Familiarity with developing Sequence of Operations (with guidance)
Basic understanding of network architecture for automation systems

Soft Skills

Clear and effective communication within project teams
Strong collaboration across engineering and field teams
Problem-solving mindset with structured troubleshooting skills
Ownership mentality with a drive to deliver high-quality work

Why Join Us?

Opportunity to grow your technical and professional skills
Hands-on involvement in real-world automation projects
Collaborative team environment with strong technical support
Exposure to cutting-edge building automation systems

Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.

Dice Id: 80184067
Position Id: 2aa8ad354b6bac5d77ba7ea1bdc60079
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