Automation Engineer: PLCs, Robotics & Systems Integration

Sms Group Inc; Taylor (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision benefits

Paid holidays

401k with company match

Training

Job summary

Sms Group Inc. is seeking an Automation Engineer to support PLC design and troubleshooting for automated welding and machining across multiple locations.

The role emphasizes hands-on electrical and PLC expertise and requires travel to client sites as needed. The engineer will document issues, support software updates, and collaborate with IT and mechanical teams to ensure data collection and production monitoring across facilities.

Qualifications

• Technical diploma or equivalent in industrial electrical tech or automation.
• Experience troubleshooting industrial electrical systems.
• Ability to interpret schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Knowledge of PLCs, I/O, motor controls, and AC/DC circuits.
• Willing to travel domestically 25% and internationally when required.
• Commitment to electrical safety, lockout/tagout, and safe work practices.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair industrial electrical systems and control panels.
• Diagnose PLC hardware and ladder logic faults.
• Use PLC software to monitor logic and diagnose faults.
• Read electrical schematics and panel layouts.
• Document troubleshooting actions and recommendations.
• Schedule and document preventative maintenance.
• Train staff on automation systems.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC knowledge

Schematic interpretation

Safety compliance

Analytical communication

Independent work

Travel willingness

Documentation skills

Root cause analysis

Education

Technical diploma or equivalent

Electrical Engineering degree preferred

Tools

Rockwell Automation

Studio 5000/RSLogix

EPLAN/AutoCAD Electrical

TIA Portal

Job description

Sms Group Inc. is seeking an Automation Engineer to support PLC design and troubleshooting for automated welding and machining across multiple locations.

The role emphasizes hands-on electrical and PLC expertise and requires travel to client sites as needed. The engineer will document issues, support software updates, and collaborate with IT and mechanical teams to ensure data collection and production monitoring across facilities.