Automation Controls Engineer: PLCs, HMI & Commissioning

TVH

Olathe (KS)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

6 hours ago
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Job summary

TVH is seeking an Automation Engineer in Olathe, KS to design, develop, commission, and support industrial automation and controls for production lines and warehouse systems. The role collaborates with North American projects and global engineering teams to deliver scalable software across PLC platforms.

The position requires experience in PLC programming, IEC 61131-3, industrial networking, and motion control, with a focus on reliability and maintainability.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or 3 years of proven work experience in a related field.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop PLC, HMI, motion control, and safety control software.
  • Configure and integrate equipment into complete production line solutions.
  • Participate in machine commissioning and startup activities.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve automation, controls, and communication issues.
  • Support standardization and modularization of software architecture.
  • Collaborate with global engineering teams to ensure alignment with corporate standards.
  • Create and maintain technical documentation, software specifications, and commissioning reports.
  • Provide technical support to automation and operations teams.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives for machine performance and software quality.

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical/Software/CS

Tools

Siemens TIA Portal
WinCC

Job description

TVH is seeking an Automation Engineer in Olathe, KS to design, develop, commission, and support industrial automation and controls for production lines and warehouse systems. The role collaborates with North American projects and global engineering teams to deliver scalable software across PLC platforms.

The position requires experience in PLC programming, IEC 61131-3, industrial networking, and motion control, with a focus on reliability and maintainability.

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