Automation Engineer: PLC/SCADA, Robotics & MES

Siemens; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens in Spartanburg, SC is hiring an Automations Engineer to design, program, commission, and optimize cutting-edge automation solutions. You will develop PLC, HMI, SCADA, and MES applications, lead projects from concept to production, and integrate robotics and machine vision into manufacturing operations.

Strong PLC, SCADA, and MES experience with Siemens tools is required. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure equipment performance and reliability while maintaining

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related technical field is required.
• 5+ years in industrial automation and controls engineering.
• Proficient in PLC-based automation programming and troubleshooting.
• Experience with SCADA and MES in manufacturing environments.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, troubleshoot, and optimize automation solutions.
• Develop PLC, HMI, SCADA, and MES applications for manufacturing processes.
• Lead automation projects from concept through startup and production support.
• Integrate robotics and machine vision into manufacturing operations.
• Troubleshoot controls, networks, and production issues to minimize downtime.
• Create documentation, electrical schematics, and control narratives.

Skills

PLC programming

Python

Java

SCADA

MES systems

Edge technology

Profinet

Ethernet/IP

Modbus TCP

OPC UA

P&IDs reading

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Mechatronics/Controls Engineering

Tools

Siemens TIA Portal

STEP 7

WinCC

NODE-RED

REST APIs

AutoCAD/AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

Siemens in Spartanburg, SC is hiring an Automations Engineer to design, program, commission, and optimize cutting-edge automation solutions. You will develop PLC, HMI, SCADA, and MES applications, lead projects from concept to production, and integrate robotics and machine vision into manufacturing operations.

Strong PLC, SCADA, and MES experience with Siemens tools is required. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure equipment performance and reliability while maintaining