Automation Controls Engineer: Lead PLC & HMI Projects

Oreva Technologies, Inc.; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 117,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology-focused company in Rapid City is seeking an experienced Automation Controls Engineer who will be responsible for improving manufacturing processes through automation. The candidate will lead small projects and support larger initiatives, working with systems like Allen Bradley PLCs and Rockwell tools such as FactoryTalk. The role demands strong collaboration and problem-solving skills, requiring a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related fields. This full-time position offers a competitive salary range of $130,000/year.

Qualifications

• 5 years of direct experience in automation engineering, programming and validation.

Responsibilities

• Work within a project team to execute automation projects.
• Provide SME Leadership in electrical design and programming.
• Support process issues and troubleshooting.
• Develop standards and expertise for management.
• Maintain Good Manufacturing Practices (GxP) compliance.

Skills

Allen Bradley PLC

Rockwell programming tools

FactoryTalk View

Studio 5000

Autocad electrical

SCADA

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Good Manufacturing Practices (GxP)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Automation, Computer, Industrial or Manufacturing

Tools

Optix

FactoryTalk View

Studio 5000

Fanuc Robots

Job description

A technology-focused company in Rapid City is seeking an experienced Automation Controls Engineer who will be responsible for improving manufacturing processes through automation. The candidate will lead small projects and support larger initiatives, working with systems like Allen Bradley PLCs and Rockwell tools such as FactoryTalk. The role demands strong collaboration and problem-solving skills, requiring a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related fields. This full-time position offers a competitive salary range of $130,000/year.