Automation Engineer — PLC/SCADA & HMI Expert

Dorsett Controls; Layton (UT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Dorsett Controls is seeking an Automation Engineer in Layton, UT to design, develop, and commission PLC/SCADA solutions for diverse industries. You will work with teams to implement robust control systems, perform on-site startups, and optimize performance.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in controls or automation, strong PLC/HMI expertise, and willingness to travel regionally. A Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years hands-on experience in controls or automation engineering.
• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Strong PLC programming skills across multiple vendors.
• Experience with SCADA/HMI development and commissioning.
• Willingness to travel locally and regionally for on-site support.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and troubleshoot PLC and SCADA-based control systems for industrial and municipal applications.
• Develop HMI/SCADA interfaces using Ignition, Wonderware, FactoryTalk, or VTScada.
• Collaborate with project managers, panel builders, and field technicians for integration and startup.
• Perform on-site commissioning, testing, and startup of control systems.
• Analyze performance and safety; implement improvements and documentation for clients.
• Support project planning, estimation, and specification development.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and company policies.

Skills

PLC programming

SCADA systems

Electrical engineering

Field troubleshooting

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Siemens PLCs

Schneider PLCs

Ignition

Wonderware

FactoryTalk

VTScada

Job description

Dorsett Controls is seeking an Automation Engineer in Layton, UT to design, develop, and commission PLC/SCADA solutions for diverse industries. You will work with teams to implement robust control systems, perform on-site startups, and optimize performance.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in controls or automation, strong PLC/HMI expertise, and willingness to travel regionally. A Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience is required.