Control System Engineer

CandidTalent

Charlotte Bay

Remote

AUD 122,324 - 183,486

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Company vehicle

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

A leading automation solutions provider is seeking an Automation Engineer to design and implement advanced control systems. In this remote-first role, you will work closely with clients on automation solutions and travel to customer sites up to 50% of the time. Strong PLC programming skills and experience in motion control are essential. The company offers competitive pay, uncapped bonuses, and a supportive culture focused on personal and professional growth.

Qualifications

Hands-on controls engineering experience from concept to commissioning.
Strong PLC programming skills, ideally with Bosch Rexroth and Codesys.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work directly with customers.
Willingness to travel regularly within your territory (up to 50%).

Responsibilities

Partner with account managers on customer meetings and technical proposals.
Design and program automation solutions, including PLCs and robotics.
Conduct product demonstrations and technical presentations.
Lead troubleshooting and post-sales support.
Collaborate with vendors for optimal performance.

Skills

Controls engineering experience

PLC programming skills

Knowledge of motion control

Excellent communication skills

Project management

Self-starter

Tools

Bosch Rexroth

Codesys

Siemens

Job description

This range is provided by CandidTalent. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$90,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr

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Helping System Integrators & Manufacturers Find Engineering Talent That Sticks | PLC, MES & DCS Search Partner | Founder at CandidTalent

Automation Engineer / Applications Engineer

Remote in Charlotte, NC and surrounding area

$80,000 to $120,000 base plus uncapped bonus and benefits

Use your technical expertise to solve real-world automation challenges and see your ideas come to life.

You will be the go-to technical resource for customers, working alongside sales to design, program, and deliver motion control, robotics, and automation solutions that genuinely improve productivity. No endless layers of approval. No delivering half-finished projects because of poor planning. Just well-scoped, well-supported work that you can be proud of.

This is remote-first with travel to customer sites around 50% of the time, all fully reimbursed. You will work with cutting-edge platforms like Bosch Rexroth ctrlX (Codesys) and integrate robotics, conveyors, and vision systems into complete solutions. Every day will bring new challenges and the satisfaction of solving problems that others cannot.

Here is a quick overview:

$80k to $120k base plus uncapped bonus linked to project performance
Remote-first setup with travel in your region, all expenses covered
Company vehicle and full tech package provided
Medical, dental, and vision cover plus 401(k) with match
Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave
Clear growth path into senior technical, product, or leadership roles

What you will do

Partner with account managers on customer meetings, needs analysis, and technical proposals
Design and program automation solutions, including PLCs, motion control, and robotics
Conduct product demonstrations, training, and technical presentations
Lead commissioning, troubleshooting, and post-sales support
Collaborate with vendors to size and select components for optimal performance
Document projects and create technical resources for future use

What you will need

Hands-on controls engineering experience from concept to commissioning
Strong PLC programming skills, ideally with Bosch Rexroth and Codesys (Siemens experience is transferable)
Knowledge of motion control, robotics, and industrial communication protocols
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work directly with customers
Self-starter who can manage multiple projects and priorities
Willingness to travel regularly within your territory (up to 50%)

This is a well-established automation solutions provider that combines technical excellence with a personal, relationship-driven approach. They work across multiple industries, delivering everything from motion control and robotics to vision systems and safety solutions.

The culture is built around customer focus, cooperation, respect, responsibility, and team spirit. Here, you will be trusted to do your job, supported to grow your skills, and recognised for your contributions. The people you will work with are experts in their field and committed to helping each other succeed.

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