Automation Engineer

KnowHireMatch; Butler (Butler County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking an Automation Engineer to develop new product control systems and troubleshoot existing solutions. The ideal candidate should have expertise in machine control software, strong programming skills in LabVIEW and C++, and at least a Bachelor's degree in a technical field. This full-time position is located in Butler County, PA and offers a competitive salary range of $110,000 - $125,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; 5 to 8 years preferred.
• Strong understanding of industry best practices and software development processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop PLC, HMI and LabVIEW programs for machine control.
• Specify drives, PLCs, HMIs, electrical control equipment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in programs and systems.

Skills

Machine control software engineering

Machine automation

Product/prototype testing

LabVIEW programming

IEC-1131

C++ programming

PLC design

HMI development

Electrical standards compliance

P.I.D. tuning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering

Tools

LabView

MATLAB

Job description

Automation Engineer

Base Pay Range: $110,000.00/yr – $125,000.00/yr

Location: Butler County, PA (Candidates must reside within an hour commute; no relocation provided)

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated and skilled individual to fill the role of Automation Engineer. This position involves the development of new product control systems, continuous improvement of current designs, and troubleshooting of existing systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop PLC, HMI and LabVIEW programs for machine control and data collection
• Specify drives, PLCs, HMIs, electrical control equipment, and panel components
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards, accepted practices, and safety standards
• Troubleshoot, identify, and resolve issues in programs and systems, applying strong problem‑solving skills
• Support field service technicians with startup troubleshooting
• Provide support for production efforts and resolve design and assembly issues as needed
• Create supporting documents

Preferred Skills & Competencies

• Expertise in machine control software engineering, machine automation, and product/prototype testing
• Proficiency in machine control code development using multiple languages: LabVIEW, IEC-1131, and C++
• Strong understanding of industry best practices and processes in software development, including version control, technical writing, and documentation
• Experience in designing and programming PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and Serial/Ethernet interfaces
• Experience designing and developing User Interfaces (UIs) and Human‑Machine Interfaces (HMIs)
• Knowledge of electrical codes and standards, ensuring compliance with engineering and customer requirements
• Familiarity with temperature control systems, such as PID tuning for process heating systems
• Experience with LabVIEW real‑time or other embedded software development
• Experience with motion controllers and drives
• Experience in MODBUS TCP/Serial communications and integrating lower‑order control systems with higher‑order CPU‑based systems

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with coursework in programming
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; 5 to 8 years preferred

Technical Skills

• LabView or similar Function Block Programming like MATLAB
• P.I.D. temperature controls
• Machine Controls
• Instrumentation
• /HMI
• Data Collection

Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type: Full‑time

Job Function: Manufacturing

Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting