Automation & Controls Engineer
Qualdoc•Petersburg, VA
•$70,000 - $105,000
About The Position
Weâre seeking a hands-on Automation & Controls Engineer to support a fast-paced manufacturing operation. This role focuses on improving and maintaining automation systems, including PLCs, HMIs, and instrumentation, while partnering closely with production and maintenance teams to enhance performance, reliability, and safety. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys solving complex technical challenges and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives in an industrial environment.
Requirements
- Bachelorâs degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field
- Minimum 5 years of experience in manufacturing automation
- Strong PLC programming and troubleshooting skills
- Ability to manage projects from concept through implementation
- Experience working in both office and plant floor environments
- Strong communication and problem-solving abilities
- Detail-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset
- Experience with one or more of the following: Siemens (S7 / TIA Portal) Allen-Bradley GE / Emerson controllers (RX3i, Innovation Series, Genius I/O) Toshiba NV
- Ignition
- Cimplicity
- WinCC
- Rockwell Automation platforms
- Industrial networks (Profibus, Profinet preferred)
- Motors, drives, and AC/DC control systems
- Data acquisition tools (IBA/PDA preferred)
Responsibilities
- Support and modify PLC programs to improve operational efficiency
- Troubleshoot automation, communication, and HMI-related issues
- Maintain backups and ensure system reliability
- Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams on process improvements
- Lead initiatives to enhance automation stability and reduce downtime
- Analyze system performance data and recommend improvements
- Assist with equipment upgrades, installations, and modifications
- Participate in failure analysis and corrective action planning
- Improve alarm systems and operator interface functionality
- Support outage planning and scheduled maintenance activities
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage (day-one eligibility)
- 401(k) with company match
- Life and disability insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Employee assistance programs
- Tuition reimbursement
- Performance-based bonus opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
