Automation & Controls Engineer

Automationtechies; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) match

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Professional development

Job summary

Automationtechies is seeking a Controls Engineer in the Pleasanton, CA area to support PLC programming, HMI/SCADA development, control panel layouts, and instrumentation across industrial projects.

Ideal candidates have hands-on experience with Rockwell/Allen-Bradley or Ignition, basic ladder logic knowledge, and a drive to grow in a hands-on environment. On-site opportunities with a strong training culture and industry exposure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field preferred; Associate degree considered.
• Experience with controls, automation, electrical engineering or related field.
• Rockwell Automation/Allen-Bradley or Ignition experience highly preferred.
• Basic understanding of PLC programming and ladder logic.
• Exposure to HMI/SCADA systems preferred.
• Familiarity with electrical schematics, control panels, and instrumentation preferred.
• AutoCAD experience is a plus.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the design, development, and implementation of control systems to meet machine and integrated system requirements.
• Develop and modify PLC control logic and HMI applications.
• Assist with control system schematics, wiring documentation, and control panel layouts.
• Support system testing, troubleshooting, commissioning, and start-up activities.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of project documentation.
• Work alongside experienced controls engineers on automation and control system integration projects.
• Support projects for clients across industries such as food and beverage, semiconductor, and other industrial applications.
• Learn and apply industry standards and best practices for controls and automation.
• Perform general project and engineering-related administrative tasks as needed.

Skills

Rockwell/Allen-Bradley

PLC programming

HMI/SCADA

Electrical schematics

AutoCAD

Troubleshooting

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Associate degree related engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Ignition

Job description

Become part of a team of highly skilled engineers, designers, and support staff across offices throughout the U.S. Our client encourages independent thought, innovative ideas, and both personal and professional growth. For more than 30 years, the company has designed and implemented engineering solutions for commercial, industrial, and government clients.

Reasons to Work for This Company

• Opportunity to work on challenging automation and controls projects across multiple industries
• Exposure to PLC programming, HMI/SCADA, instrumentation, and control system design
• Comprehensive medical, vision and dental insurance
• 401(k) match and Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Strong reputation within the engineering and systems integration industry
• Excellent opportunity for professional development and advancement

Primary Purpose

The Controls Engineer will support controls engineering projects involving PLC programming, HMI/SCADA development, control panel design, instrumentation, system testing, and start-up assistance. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career engineer to develop hands-on experience with industrial automation and control systems.

Major Responsibilities

• Assist with the design, development, and implementation of control systems to meet machine and integrated system requirements
• Develop and modify PLC control logic and HMI applications
• Assist with control system schematics, wiring documentation, and control panel layouts
• Support system testing, troubleshooting, commissioning, and start-up activities
• Assist with the development and maintenance of project documentation
• Work alongside experienced controls engineers on automation and control system integration projects
• Support projects for clients across industries such as food and beverage, semiconductor, and other industrial applications
• Learn and apply industry standards and best practices for controls and automation
• Perform general project and engineering-related administrative tasks as needed

Minimum Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related engineering discipline preferred
• Associate degree in Engineering Technology or equivalent education/experience will also be considered

Experience

• Experience with controls, automation, electrical engineering, or a related field
• Rockwell Automation/Allen-Bradley or Ignition experience highly preferred
• Basic understanding of PLC programming and ladder logic
• Exposure to HMI/SCADA systems preferred
• Familiarity with electrical schematics, control panels, and instrumentation preferred
• AutoCAD experience is a plus
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Willingness to learn and work in a hands-on industrial environment

**The annual base salary range for this position has been provided. The range given is broad and should be considered as a guideline only. The company will consider a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, the salaries of current employees in similar roles, and other factors when extending an offer.**