Automation Engineer - PLC programming and HMI design

Mission Controls & Automation; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Mission Controls & Automation, a SunSource company, is seeking an experienced automation engineer to lead PLC programming, HMI design, and integration on customer projects across the US.

You will work with our sales team and customers to develop automation solutions ranging from basic OEM equipment to SCADA systems, supported by seasoned integrators with deep domain expertise.

Qualifications

• 5+ years hands-on Allen Bradley or Siemens PLC/HMI experience.

Responsibilities

• PLC programming and HMI design.
• Onsite and remote equipment start-up (up to 30% travel).
• Ancillary equipment programming and integration.
• Project documentation.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI design

Allen Bradley

Siemens PLC

Electrical design

VFD knowledge

Documentation

Education

Electrical Engineering Degree

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Electrical

Ethernet networking

SQL/databases

Job description

Mission Controls & Automation, a SunSource company, provides a full range of motor controls and electrical products to customers in the industrial, manufacturing, construction, pharmaceutical, and energy sectors. Our extensive network of global suppliers ensures that we offer complete solutions and meet customers’ tight timelines.

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We are a fast paced, industrial automation company looking for a candidate that can take ownership of an automation project and follow it through to customer satisfaction. You will work with our sales department and customers to develop automation that ranges from controlling basic OEM equipment to designing SCADA systems.

You will be supported by a group of seasoned integrators with a vast wealth of knowledge and experience. Our team has a proven track record of design, programming and start-up of automation projects throughout the US.

Primary Responsibilities

• PLC programming and HMI design
• Onsite and remote equipment start-up (up to 30% travel)
• Ancillary equipment programming and integration
• Project documentation

What We Are Looking For

• 5+ years of demonstrated hands‑on Allen Bradley or Siemens PLC/HMI experience
• Experience with control circuit design/ troubleshooting
• Electro‑mechanical experience
• VFD knowledgeAbility to interpret and apply technical documents quickly
• Proven track record of successful automation projects

Preferred

• Electrical Engineering Degree
• Autocad or Autocad Electrical Experience
• Motor and PLC control panel design, Product Specification and BOM Generation
• Ethernet networking knowledge
• Excel proficiency
• Experience with database development and queries
• Experience with Java, Python or scripting
• Industry
• Industrial Automation

Our goal is to provide the best solutions and service for our customers whether they are a small OEM or an Oil and Gas Titan. We offer a team of well‑rounded, committed individuals striving to meet the needs of the ever‑evolving world of automation.

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