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Industrial Automation & Controls Engineer

Petersburg, VA💼 Full-time💰 $70,000–$70,000🗓 2026-06-30 → 2026-09-26

Core

Develop, modify, and support PLC programs and HMI applications to improve equipment reliability, production efficiency, and process performance in a manufacturing environment.

Role type

Industrial Automation & Controls Engineer

Builds

Automation control systems, HMI interfaces, and manufacturing process improvements

Domain

Manufacturing / Industrial Automation

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> infrastructure (automation systems)

Required skills

PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens S7, GE, Toshiba), HMI development (Ignition, GE Cimplicity, WinCC, Rockwell), AC/DC electrical controls, motor control, variable frequency drives, industrial communication protocols (Profibus, Profinet), ladder logic, root cause analysis, project management, data acquisition software

Preferred skills

SCADA systems, instrumentation, hydraulics, pneumatics, continuous improvement initiatives, metals/steel/heavy manufacturing experience

Technologies

Allen-Bradley, Siemens S7/TIA Portal, GE Innovation Series, GE RX3i, Toshiba NV, Ignition, GE Cimplicity, WinCC, Rockwell Automation, Profibus, Profinet, IBA/PDA

Responsibilities

Develop and modify PLC programs for manufacturing operations; Program and maintain HMI applications; Troubleshoot automation, communication, instrumentation, and electrical issues; Lead projects to improve automation reliability and equipment uptime; Analyze equipment performance data and recommend corrective actions; Support equipment upgrades, installations, and modernization projects

Seniority

Mid-Senior, hands-on IC

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