Automation Engineer: PLC, SCADA & Robotics

100Hires, Inc.; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

100Hires, Inc. is seeking an Automation Controls Engineer to optimize material handling systems and PLC-driven equipment. You will diagnose issues, implement improvements, and ensure uptime for conveyors, sortation, and SCADA platforms.

The role emphasizes hands-on troubleshooting, collaboration with site teams, and reliability improvements from concept to implementation. A flexible schedule and on-site work in Augusta, GA are expected.

Qualifications

• 2+ years apprenticeship or equivalent experience in Control Systems troubleshooting/ programming.
• Experience with conveyors and sortation systems is a plus.
• Experience with robotics maintenance is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and modify software for material handling control systems including PLC/PC controllers and RSLogix 5000.
• Serve as first-level escalation for on-site and remote troubleshooting, after hours when needed.
• Inspect systems to ensure equipment operates within design capabilities and meets client conditions.
• Oversee development scope, work requests, scheduling, and inspection of outside contractors.

Skills

PLC programming

Robotics systems

SCADA systems

Industrial automation

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

RSLogix 5000

Allen-Bradley PLC

Siemens PLC

Job description

100Hires, Inc. is seeking an Automation Controls Engineer to optimize material handling systems and PLC-driven equipment. You will diagnose issues, implement improvements, and ensure uptime for conveyors, sortation, and SCADA platforms.

The role emphasizes hands-on troubleshooting, collaboration with site teams, and reliability improvements from concept to implementation. A flexible schedule and on-site work in Augusta, GA are expected.