Entry-Level Automation Engineer: Building Systems & PLC/HMI

Hoffman & Hoffman, Inc.; Peachtree City (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Hoffman & Hoffman, Inc. in Peachtree City, GA is seeking an Associate Automation Engineer to assist in developing, testing, and commissioning building automation systems under senior engineers.

You will work on control system design, HMI/SCADA configuration, PLC/DDC programming, and field startup, while learning company standards and project workflows.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s or Associate degree in engineering or related tech, with 0–3 years of experience and a strong learning mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or associate degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Chemical Eng. or related field.
• Trade school certificates or equivalent tech training with experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Support control system design and drawings generation.
• Configure HMI/SCADA screens following company standards.
• Assist PLC and DDC programming using standard templates or code libraries.
• Support testing, device verification, and commissioning at bench, FAT, and site startup; travel up to 30%.

Skills

HVAC systems

Control system design

HMI/SCADA

PLC/DDC programming

Networking & OT

Testing & verification

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Associate degree in engineering or related field

Job description

Hoffman & Hoffman, Inc. in Peachtree City, GA is seeking an Associate Automation Engineer to assist in developing, testing, and commissioning building automation systems under senior engineers.

You will work on control system design, HMI/SCADA configuration, PLC/DDC programming, and field startup, while learning company standards and project workflows.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s or Associate degree in engineering or related tech, with 0–3 years of experience and a strong learning mindset.