Campus - Engineer I

GrayMatter•Richmond, VA

10d

About The Position

GrayMatter is seeking an Engineer I to join its Ashland, Virginia team. The role is suited to an engineer who solves industrial automation challenges and delivers high-quality solutions for industrial customers. The Engineer I collaborates with cross-functional engineering teams to design, develop, implement, commission, and support control systems from concept through commissioning. The position involves working independently and as part of project teams, maintaining a strong customer focus, and traveling approximately 30–40% to customer locations throughout the project lifecycle. GrayMatter describes its culture as one that encourages learning and collaboration and highlights the values Bias to Action, Batteries Included, Unbounded Curiosity, Everybody Wins, Built to Last, and Actionable Insight. The posting also calls for demonstrating Accountability, Integrity, Respect, Innovation, and Teamwork.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related technical field.
At least 2 years of experience programming industrial PLC platforms, including Rockwell, Siemens, Modicon, or similar.
At least 2 years of experience with control system implementation, design, installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting.
Basic understanding of electrical schematics and industrial electrical installations.
Working knowledge of P&IDs, instrumentation, and industrial control equipment.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to research technical solutions.
Excellent attention to detail and commitment to delivering quality work.
Strong customer service and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within project teams.
Willingness to travel approximately 30–40% to customer locations.
Commitment to demonstrating GrayMatter's values of Accountability, Integrity, Respect, Innovation, and Teamwork.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Rockwell PLCs.
Experience with FactoryTalk View ME and SE.
Experience with Wonderware / AVEVA.
Experience with GE iFIX.
Experience with Ignition.
Experience with FactoryTalk Batch.
Industrial networking experience, such as EtherNet/IP, Modbus, or similar protocols.
Experience with conveying and packaging systems.
Batch processing experience.
Experience with additional PLC and HMI platforms.
Vision system experience, such as Cognex or Keyence.
Historian systems experience.
Database experience.
Programming experience with C++, C#, Python, or similar languages.
Experience supporting customers in pharmaceutical, food and beverage, packaging, or related manufacturing industries.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with engineers, programmers, and project teams to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve technical challenges.
Design, develop, implement, and commission industrial control system solutions that meet customer requirements.
Assist with project planning, engineering design, and technical documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
Perform Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), system startups, onsite pilots, and customer demonstrations.
Configure, troubleshoot, and support PLC, HMI, SCADA, and industrial automation systems.
Provide technical consultation and training to customers on newly implemented applications and systems.
Support installation, commissioning, and startup activities at customer facilities.
Maintain accurate project documentation and communicate project status with internal teams and customers.
Deliver exceptional customer service while representing GrayMatter professionally on customer sites.
Demonstrate GrayMatter's stated values in interactions with customers, teammates, and partners.