Control Systems Engineer I - PLC & Automation (Travel)

Socket.dev; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer paid short term disability &

401(k) with up to 4% company match

Paid holidays, PTO, sick leave, andPar

Additional benefits including long‑to‑

Job summary

GrayMatter in Missouri is seeking a Control Systems Engineer to manage specialized work with a focus on control systems, PLC programming, and field deployments. You will design, implement, and test solutions, while training users and supporting project development.

The role requires attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work both independently and in teams in a customer-facing environment. Occasional travel to client sites is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in EE, EET, ME, MET or comparable; equivalent experience considered.
• Experience with industrial PLC programming (Rockwell, Siemens, Modicon, etc.).
• Required experience with Rockwell PLCs.
• Control systems implementation, design, installations, and troubleshooting.
• Basic understanding of electrical schematics and electrical installations.
• Acute attention to detail and process.
• Strong ability to solve problems and research solutions.
• Excellent customer service attitude.
• Ability to work both independently and in team environments.
• Showcase GrayMatter’s Core Values of Accountability, Integrity, Respect, Innovation and Teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Performing GrayMatter services to meet client needs, with a specific focus on Control Systems
• Designing, developing and implementing solutions to resolve customer issues
• Consulting with and training end users on new applications
• Assisting in project development and planning
• Performing onsite pilots, FAT testing, SAT testing, and demos as needed
• Position requires 30 - 40% independent travel to customer locations

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Customer service

Independent work

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in EE / EET / ME / MET or comparable

Tools

Rockwell PLCs & HMIs

Wonderware / AVEVA

GE iFix

Ignition

Job description

GrayMatter in Missouri is seeking a Control Systems Engineer to manage specialized work with a focus on control systems, PLC programming, and field deployments. You will design, implement, and test solutions, while training users and supporting project development.

The role requires attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work both independently and in teams in a customer-facing environment. Occasional travel to client sites is expected.