Automation Engineer
On-site · Vinton, Virginia, United States
Job Summary
Automation Engineer responsible for designing, programming, and troubleshooting PLC and SCADA-based control systems for industrial and municipal applications. Develop and implement HMI/SCADA interfaces using Ignition, Wonderware, FactoryTalk, or VTScada. Collaborate with project managers, panel builders, and field technicians to deliver seamless integration and project execution; perform on-site commissioning, testing, and startup; analyze and improve existing systems for performance, efficiency, and safety; provide technical support and documentation; contribute to project planning, estimation, and specification development; ensure compliance with industry standards and safety regulations. Willingness to travel up to 20% for site support across multiple locations.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, automation technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
- Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in controls or automation engineering
- Proficient in programming PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Schneider, etc.) and developing SCADA/HMI systems
- Strong knowledge of industrial communication protocols (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, etc.)
- Experience with process control systems, instrumentation, and field integration
- Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Willingness to travel locally and regionally for on-site support and system startups
- Valid driver’s license
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, automation technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
- Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in controls or automation engineering
- Proficient in programming PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Schneider, etc.) and developing SCADA/HMI systems
- Strong knowledge of industrial communication protocols (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, etc.)
- Experience with process control systems, instrumentation, and field integration
- Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Willingness to travel locally and regionally for on-site support and system startups
- Valid driver’s license
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