Campus - Engineer I

GrayMatter Systems • Newark, DE

11d

About The Position

The Control Systems Engineer I is an entry-level opportunity through GrayMatter’s Launch Lab Program for recent graduates seeking a career in industrial automation and controls. The role involves working alongside experienced engineers to learn how industrial systems are designed, programmed, tested, and supported while contributing to customer projects.

The position supports automation and industrial control system projects from development through startup, helps identify and resolve technical issues, and provides hands-on learning in programming, commissioning, and industrial automation technologies. The engineer also participates in project meetings, site visits, and customer interactions while developing professional skills. Travel of approximately 50%–100%, including overnight travel, may be required, and the employee must be willing to relocate to project sites across the United States as project assignments and business needs require.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline, completed by the start date and no more than 12 months before the start date.
• Overall GPA of 2.8 or higher.
• Interest in automation, controls, robotics, electrical systems, or industrial technology.
• Strong problem-solving skills, curiosity, and willingness to learn.
• Ability to travel approximately 50%–100%, including overnight travel, as required for project work.
• Willingness to relocate to project sites across the United States as required by project assignment and business needs.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Assist with PLC, HMI, SCADA, and industrial control system projects from development through startup.
• Help identify technical issues, test solutions, and support system improvements.
• Gain hands-on experience with programming, commissioning, and industrial automation technologies while working with experienced mentors.
• Participate in project meetings, site visits, and customer interactions.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting day one.
• Employer-paid short-term disability and life insurance.
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match.
• Paid holidays and time off.
• Training, mentorship, and professional development opportunities.
• Hands-on experience with real-world automation and control systems.
• Exposure to PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, industrial networking, and commissioning.
• A potential career path from Engineer I to Engineer II, Senior Engineer, and Project Manager.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level