Automation Controls Engineer - PLC, HMI & Lab Testing

KSB GIW, Inc.; Grovetown (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

KSB GIW, Inc. in Grovetown, GA is seeking an Automation Controls Engineer to design, develop, and test advanced electromechanical systems used in industrial pumping and mining applications.

This hands-on role focuses on control system architectures, PLC/HMI programming, and integration of hardware and software components. You will build prototype assemblies, create BOMs, and run lab and field test plans while collaborating with Engineering, Product Management, and suppliers to deliver reliable

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical, computer, or mechanical engineering.
• 3+ years in machine or factory automation with hands-on controls and test experience; practical experience with motor controls, drives, encoders, sensors, and industrial I/O.
• Prototype testing rigs and iterative R&D testing experience preferred.
• Fluent English and strong written/verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Translate functional requirements into control system designs (hardware and software).
• Specify and source PLCs, HMIs, drives, motors, encoders, sensors, I/O, contactors and related components.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI configuration

Industrial protocols

Programming languages

Communication skills

Education

4-year engineering degree in electrical, computer, or mechanical discipline

Tools

MS Office

Job description

KSB GIW, Inc. in Grovetown, GA is seeking an Automation Controls Engineer to design, develop, and test advanced electromechanical systems used in industrial pumping and mining applications.

This hands-on role focuses on control system architectures, PLC/HMI programming, and integration of hardware and software components. You will build prototype assemblies, create BOMs, and run lab and field test plans while collaborating with Engineering, Product Management, and suppliers to deliver reliable