Entry-Level Automation Engineer – PLC/HMI in Manufacturing

Mixers; Savannah (GA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Vacation and PTO policy

Paid holidays

Job summary

Charles Ross & Son Company in Savannah, GA is seeking an entry level Automation Engineer to join our growing team. You will design and implement PLC/HMI based automated control systems for diverse manufacturing environments and support upgrades while maintaining high quality and safety standards.

The role requires hands-on experience with RSLogix/Studio 5000 and Siemens Step 7/TIA Portal, plus strong communication and organizational skills. A DOT drug screen and background check are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in PLC, HMI, SCADA.
• Experience completing control panel projects from start to finish.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement PLC/HMI based automated systems for manufacturing environments.
• Support existing automation technology with upgrades.
• Set up and maintain a clean, organized workstation.
• Follow established quality and safety standards.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI programming

SCADA

RSLogix

Studio 5000

TIA Portal

Step 7

Software testing

Communication

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Siemens Step 7

TIA Portal

Job description

Charles Ross & Son Company in Savannah, GA is seeking an entry level Automation Engineer to join our growing team. You will design and implement PLC/HMI based automated control systems for diverse manufacturing environments and support upgrades while maintaining high quality and safety standards.

The role requires hands-on experience with RSLogix/Studio 5000 and Siemens Step 7/TIA Portal, plus strong communication and organizational skills. A DOT drug screen and background check are required.