Automation & Controls Engineer (PLC/SCADA)

Americhem; Liberty (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Americhem is seeking a hands-on and technically strong Controls & Electrical Engineer to design, implement, and commission industrial automation and electrical systems across manufacturing facilities. The role centers on PLC programming, electrical controls design, and plant process improvements.

The successful candidate will partner with operations, maintenance, and vendors to execute capital projects, troubleshoot systems, and drive continuous improvement for equipment reliability and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Controls, Chemical, Mechanical, or related field) or equivalent experience.
• 3–8 years of engineering experience within manufacturing environments.
• Experience with PLC programming and industrial control systems.
• Experience supporting plant operations, manufacturing systems, or process automation.
• Prior project engineering or project leadership experience preferred.
• Experience with HMI/SCADA systems, industrial networking, and electrical controls design strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, and implement industrial control systems for manufacturing equipment and processes.
• Develop and maintain PLC, HMI, and SCADA programs utilizing platforms such as Allen Bradley, Siemens, or similar systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve controls-related issues impacting plant operations and equipment performance.
• Lead automation improvement initiatives focused on increasing reliability, reducing downtime, and improving production efficiency.
• Support integration of new equipment into existing plant control systems.
• Develop electrical schematics, control narratives, and technical system documentation.
• Support standardization of controls architecture and automation systems across manufacturing facilities.
• Lead engineering projects from concept through commissioning and startup.
• Define project scope, technical requirements, budgets, and project schedules.
• Coordinate activities with vendors, contractors, operations teams, and maintenance personnel.
• Manage installation, startup, and validation activities for new equipment and automation systems.
• Track project progress and communicate updates to engineering and plant leadership.
• Ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.
• Travel required to support domestic and international manufacturing facilities as needed (estimated 40–60%).

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Controls, Chemical, Mechanical, or related field)

Tools

RSLogix 500

RSLogix 5000

Studio 5000

RSView32

FactoryTalk View

RSNetworx

Job description

Americhem is seeking a hands-on and technically strong Controls & Electrical Engineer to design, implement, and commission industrial automation and electrical systems across manufacturing facilities. The role centers on PLC programming, electrical controls design, and plant process improvements.

The successful candidate will partner with operations, maintenance, and vendors to execute capital projects, troubleshoot systems, and drive continuous improvement for equipment reliability and