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Factory Automation Engineer I - Industrial Control Systems and Automation

Grovetown, GA, US • Posted 16 hours ago • Updated 3 hours ago

Full Time

On-site

USD $40.00 - 42.00 per hour

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Skills

Performance Management
Preventive Maintenance
Communication
Interfaces
Process Improvement
Control Engineering
Computer Engineering
Mechatronics
Manufacturing Engineering
HMI
SQL
Database
Electrical Engineering
Conflict Resolution
Problem Solving
Project Management
MES
Allen-Bradley
Programmable Logic Controller
SCADA
Computer Networking
Continuous Improvement
Manufacturing

Summary

Location: Grovetown, Georgia
Type: Contract
Job #104972

Factory Automation Engineer I

Industrial Automation | PLC Programming | Manufacturing Controls

? Location: Grovetown, GA (Augusta Area)
? Work Schedule: Onsite | 1st Shift (6:00 AM - 2:30 PM)
? Duration: 12-Month Contract
? Pay Rate: $40-$42/hour
? Overtime available as needed

We are seeking a Factory Automation Engineer to support manufacturing automation, controls engineering, and production systems in a large-scale industrial environment. This role is ideal for an engineer with hands-on experience programming PLCs, supporting automated equipment, and troubleshooting manufacturing systems.
Responsibilities

Design, update, and maintain electrical control systems, PLC programs, and HMI interfaces
Support installation, integration, and networking of manufacturing equipment
Develop and maintain communication interfaces between shop floor equipment, PLCs, MES, and SCADA systems
Troubleshoot and resolve production and equipment downtime issues
Support manufacturing process improvements and automation initiatives
Work with cross-functional teams, contractors, and vendors to complete automation projects
Lead controls engineering efforts on equipment upgrades and system enhancements

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
3+ years of experience in Controls, Automation, Electrical, or Manufacturing Engineering
Experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting
Knowledge of HMI development and industrial automation systems
Experience with SQL databases
Understanding of electrical design principles and industrial controls
Strong problem-solving and project management skills

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with MES and SCADA platforms
Allen Bradley/Rockwell PLC experience
Ignition SCADA experience
Manufacturing automation and machine integration experience
Industrial networking and device connectivity knowledge
Experience supporting production environments

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial automation and manufacturing controls, with the ability to troubleshoot equipment, support production operations, and drive continuous improvement initiatives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

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.

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Position Id: 68bd9737381ba10d8eee3e9498d3bec7
Posted 16 hours ago

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