Automation & Controls Engineer: PLC/HMI Specialist

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

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.