Automation Engineer - Project

Newbold•Columbia, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Build the Automation Systems That Power Advanced Manufacturing. Are you an Automation or Electrical Engineer who enjoys seeing projects through from concept to startup? We're seeking a Project Automation Engineer to lead the electrical and automation portions of major capital projects at a highly automated manufacturing facility in the Lexington, SC area. This is an opportunity to work on large-scale equipment installations, automation upgrades, robotics, industrial controls, and state-of-the-art manufacturing technologies while making a visible impact on plant operations. If you enjoy solving technical challenges, managing projects from design through commissioning, and working alongside experienced engineering teams, we'd love to speak with you.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related technical discipline
4+ years of engineering experience in an industrial manufacturing environment (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
Experience designing electrical control systems
PLC programming experience using Allen-Bradley / Rockwell platforms
Experience with industrial automation systems and controls
Knowledge of electrical CAD software
Experience managing engineering projects from design through implementation
Strong communication and problem-solving skills
Ability to work onsite in Lexington, SC

Nice To Haves

AutoCAD Electrical
SEE Electrical
Rockwell Motion Control
Control Techniques
SEW MOVIMOT
Cognex Vision Systems
Keyence Vision Systems
Gocator
Robotics (Fanuc or ABB)
Capital project management
Equipment commissioning and startup
Manufacturing process automation

Responsibilities

Own the electrical and controls scope for capital projects, including: Design electrical control systems for new and existing manufacturing equipment
Develop and modify PLC and HMI programs
Create electrical drawings and control system documentation
Manage automation projects from concept through installation and startup
Coordinate equipment procurement and supplier activities
Develop project budgets, schedules, and engineering estimates
Lead equipment commissioning, validation, and production startup
Support maintenance teams by providing training on newly installed systems
Work closely with production, maintenance, contractors, and engineering teams
Participate in equipment acceptance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives