Automation Engineer/Project manager

ONE SHOT AUTOMATION LLC; San Antonio (TX); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

One Shot Automation LLC, based in San Antonio, TX, seeks a driven Automation Engineer/Project Manager for a hybrid role. You will lead automation projects from concept to completion, designing, programming, and commissioning PLC/SCADA systems while managing scopes, schedules, and budgets.

Collaboration with clients and teams is essential to deliver high-quality, on-time solutions. Ideal candidates have 3+ years in industrial automation and strong PLC/HMI experience, with PMP or related PM

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in industrial automation engineering and/or project management.
• Proficiency with PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar platforms).
• Experience with HMI/SCADA development and control panel design.
• Strong project management skills including scheduling, budgeting, and client communication.
• PMP certification or equivalent project management experience is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement industrial automation systems and solutions for clients.
• Manage full project lifecycle including scope, scheduling, budgeting, and delivery.
• Program and configure PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, and other automation components.
• Coordinate with clients, vendors, and internal teams to ensure project milestones are met.
• Conduct system testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting on-site and remotely.
• Prepare technical documentation, project reports, and as-built drawings.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation optimization.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI/SCADA development

Project management

Electrical schematics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Allen-Bradley

Siemens

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

About the Role

One Shot Automation LLC is looking for a driven and skilled Automation Engineer/Project Manager to join our growing team in San Antonio, TX. In this hybrid role, you'll lead cutting-edge automation projects from concept to completion, combining your technical engineering expertise with sharp project management skills. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and love turning complex challenges into streamlined solutions, this is the opportunity for you.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement industrial automation systems and solutions for clients
• Manage full project lifecycle including scope, scheduling, budgeting, and delivery
• Program and configure PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, and other automation components
• Coordinate with clients, vendors, and internal teams to ensure project milestones are met
• Conduct system testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting on-site and remotely
• Prepare technical documentation, project reports, and as-built drawings
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation optimization

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field preferred
• 3+ years of experience in industrial automation engineering and/or project management
• Proficiency with PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar platforms)
• Experience with HMI/SCADA development and control panel design
• Strong project management skills including scheduling, budgeting, and client communication
• PMP certification or equivalent project management experience is a plus
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously

About Us

One Shot Automation LLC is a San Antonio-based automation company dedicated to delivering precise, efficient, and innovative automation solutions to industries across the region. Our clients trust us to get it right the first time — that's the "one shot" promise we live by every day. We foster a collaborative, results-driven culture where talented engineers are empowered to do their best work and make a real impact.