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
Numbers & Facts
Location
Charlotte, NC
Skills
Automationunmatched
Automation Engineeringunmatched
Automation Systemsunmatched
Commissioningunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Control Engineeringunmatched
Control Systemsunmatched
Documentationunmatched
Electrical Engineeringunmatched
Field Trialsunmatched
Functional Testingunmatched
Home Automationunmatched
Identify Issuesunmatched
Input/Outputunmatched
Network Architecture/Engineeringunmatched
Network Supportunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Program Controlunmatched
Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)unmatched
Project Designunmatched
Quality Metricsunmatched
Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA)unmatched
Support Documentationunmatched
System Architectureunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Technical Supportunmatched
Test Benchunmatched
Test Plan/Scheduleunmatched
Validation Testingunmatched
Willing to Travelunmatched
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