Industrial Automation Engineer – Electrical & Controls
Qualdoc•Petersburg, VA
•Hybrid
About The Position
We are seeking an Industrial Automation Engineer to support electrical and instrumentation systems in a heavy manufacturing setting. This position plays a critical role in maintaining automated operations, improving system reliability, and driving performance across production processes. This is a hybrid-style role combining hands-on troubleshooting in the field with engineering analysis and project ownership.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related discipline
- At least 5 years of experience in industrial or manufacturing environments
- Strong knowledge of AC/DC systems, motors, and drive technologies
- Hands-on experience with PLC programming and automation systems
- Proven ability to manage controls or electrical projects from start to finish
- Advanced troubleshooting skills across automation and instrumentation systems
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and engineering-related software
- Comfortable working both in-office and in a production environment
- Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Detail-oriented with a strong analytical mindset
Nice To Haves
- Siemens (S7, TIA Portal, S7-1516)
- Allen-Bradley / Rockwell Automation
- GE / Emerson RX3i systems
- Toshiba controls
- Ignition
- WinCC
- GE Cimplicity
- Rockwell HMI platforms
- Profibus and Profinet
- Data acquisition tools (IBA, PDA, or similar)
Responsibilities
- Maintain and improve automation systems supporting production equipment
- Program, update, and troubleshoot PLCs and ladder logic
- Identify and resolve issues involving automation systems, HMIs, and industrial networks
- Conduct testing, root cause analysis, and implement corrective solutions
- Manage control system backups and ensure system integrity
- Partner with operations and maintenance teams to sustain production uptime
- Translate operational challenges into control system improvements
- Lead initiatives to enhance system performance, throughput, and reliability
- Analyze equipment and process data to recommend improvements
- Optimize alarm management, reporting tools, and operator interfaces
- Support maintenance outages, upgrades, and system installations
- Contribute to long-term engineering projects and continuous improvement efforts
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and parental leave
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Tuition assistance and ongoing training opportunities
- Employee assistance and wellness programs
- Performance-based bonus opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
