Entry-Level BAS Automation Engineer

Hoffman & Hoffman, Inc.; Salem (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Hoffman & Hoffman, Inc. seeks an Associate Automation Engineer in South Carolina to support design, integration, and commissioning of building automation projects. This entry-level role covers PLC/DDC programming, HMI/SCADA configuration, and field testing under senior engineers.

You will learn company standards, control system architecture, and software integration while contributing to project execution. Travel up to 30% is possible for local and non-local client sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; related technical discipline acceptable.
• Trade school certificates or equivalent training plus experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Assist control system design and generate accurate drawings.
• Configure HMI/SCADA screens per company standards.
• Support PLC/DDC programming and tag configuration using standard templates.
• Assist testing, commissioning and site startup activities; travel up to 30%.
• Maintain project documentation including IO lists and operation sequences.
• Follow safety procedures and ensure quality deliverables.

Skills

Learning mindset

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Associate degree considered

Technical training certificates

Tools

Rockwell

Ignition

Wonderware

Allen-Bradley

Siemens

Modbus/BACnet/Ethernet/IP

Job description

Hoffman & Hoffman, Inc. seeks an Associate Automation Engineer in South Carolina to support design, integration, and commissioning of building automation projects. This entry-level role covers PLC/DDC programming, HMI/SCADA configuration, and field testing under senior engineers.

You will learn company standards, control system architecture, and software integration while contributing to project execution. Travel up to 30% is possible for local and non-local client sites.