Dynamic Program – Automation & PLC Training

JC Automation Corp • Carolina, PR

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Dynamic is JCA's multi-week professional development program designed to provide comprehensive, hands-on training to the next generation of Automation and PLC professionals. Built specifically for recent graduates, this program bridges the gap between academic knowledge and real-world industry application — combining an intensive 3-week training bootcamp with 1.5 years of project-based work experience across diverse client locations. Participants will work alongside experienced engineers and automation specialists, gaining direct exposure to live projects in regulated pharmaceutical and industrial environments. With a strong emphasis on PLC programming, FDA compliance, GMP principles, and safety protocols, Dynamic equips emerging professionals with the technical foundation and professional confidence to build a meaningful career in industrial automation. This is a full-time position. No prior work experience is required — Dynamic is designed precisely for those ready to launch their careers with purpose.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in Science, Instrumentation, Control Systems, Electronics, or a related technical discipline.
• No prior work experience required — this program is designed specifically for recent graduates.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a genuine eagerness to learn in a technical environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexibility and willingness to relocate and work across multiple project sites during the 1.5-year program commitment.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish (oral and written).

Nice To Haves

• Basic familiarity with PLC concepts, ladder logic, or control systems through coursework or academic projects.
• Exposure to industrial automation, instrumentation, or process control in an academic or lab setting.
• Knowledge of GMP principles or regulatory frameworks through coursework.

Responsibilities

• Complete an intensive 3-week training program covering critical topics in PLC systems, automation fundamentals, regulatory compliance, GMP principles, and safety protocols in industrial environments.
• Collaborate with experienced engineers and automation specialists on real projects across multiple client locations, gaining direct hands-on experience in automation and computerized system environments.
• Ensure adherence to FDA regulations, applicable safety standards, and industry compliance requirements throughout all assigned project activities.
• Assist in the management and execution of assigned engineering projects, including automation implementations and computer system validation (CSV) activities, under the guidance of senior team members.
• Demonstrate flexibility and professionalism by working across diverse project sites and adapting to varying client environments, schedules, and technical requirements throughout the 1.5-year program commitment.

Benefits

• Hands-on experience with real automation and PLC projects from day one.
• Direct mentorship and guidance from experienced engineers and industry specialists.
• Exposure to FDA-regulated pharmaceutical and industrial manufacturing environments.
• Development of a strong technical foundation in PLC programming, GMP, safety, and compliance.
• Professional growth support — including career orientation, goal-setting, and advancement guidance throughout the program.
• A clear pathway toward a full-time professional role in industrial automation upon program completion.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree