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Automation Engineer (Instrumentation/Electrical)

Andersonville, Georgia, USA💼 Full-time🗓 2026-08-03 → 2026-09-26

Core

Design, specify, program, simulate, test, and maintain automation and controls systems, electrical distribution, and instrumentation for industrial operating facilities.

Role type

Senior IC Automation Engineer (Instrumentation/Electrical)

Builds

Industrial automation systems, electrical distribution networks, and control infrastructure for manufacturing plants

Domain

Industrial manufacturing / Mineral processing / Energy transition

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

PLC logic and programming, electrical power system calculations (load flow, short circuit, relay coordination), electrical and automation maintenance, project schedule and budget management, technical drawing review (schematics, wiring diagrams), energy consumption optimization, ISO and Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) principles

Preferred skills

AutoCAD, NFPA/NEC standards, IEEE/IES/API standards, kiln and mill operational experience, dry solids processing knowledge

Technologies

PLCs, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

Design and program automation controls systems; manage repair, installation, and maintenance of electrical and pneumatic instruments; perform electrical power system studies; review project installation drawings for compliance; develop test requirements and assist in equipment startup; manage energy consumption metrics and power supply contracts; maintain equipment KPIs and implement best practices for electrical maintenance

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC

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