Graduate Automation & Controls Engineer

StaffXpert LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured training

Hands-on projects

Mentorship

Career growth

Real-world challenges

Job summary

StaffXpert LLC invites graduates to join a structured program in industrial automation and controls. You will be trained in PLC programming, control systems, sensors, and robotics while contributing to real-world projects.

The role emphasizes hands-on learning, mentorship, and career growth in automation engineering, with opportunities to work on diverse equipment and systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics or related field.
• Basic programming knowledge in Python, C/C++, MATLAB, Arduino, or Raspberry Pi.
• Interest in automation, robotics, PLCs, and embedded systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting abilities.
• Willingness to learn and work hands-on with hardware and software.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in design, development, testing, and commissioning of automation systems.
• Support PLC programming, troubleshooting, and debugging.
• Work with sensors, actuators, and automation equipment.
• Contribute to robotics integration and control system development.
• Write and test basic programs using Python, C/C++, MATLAB.
• Assist with hardware–software integration and system testing.
• Troubleshoot issues and support root-cause analysis.
• Collaborate with senior engineers on projects and documentation.
• Follow safety, quality, and engineering standards.

Skills

Python

C/C++

MATLAB

Arduino

Raspberry Pi

Analytical thinking

Troubleshooting

Hands‑on hardware

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering / Mechatronics / Robotics

Tools

PLC programming

SCADA

HMI

Job description

Job Description: Graduate Automation & Controls Engineer

Job Title

Graduate Automation & Controls Engineer

Experience

Fresher 2 years

Qualification

B.E./B.Tech in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechatronics, Robotics, or Electromechanical Engineering

Job Summary

We are seeking enthusiastic recent graduates with a strong interest in industrial automation, control systems, and robotics. The ideal candidate will have basic programming knowledge through Python, C/C++, MATLAB, Arduino, Raspberry Pi, PLCs, or academic projects.The selected candidate will receive structured training in industrial automation, PLC programming, control systems, and modern engineering practices while working on real-world engineering projects involving automation equipment, sensors, control systems, and robotics technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, development, testing, and commissioning of industrial automation and control systems.
• Learn and support PLC programming, troubleshooting, and debugging.
• Work with sensors, actuators, electrical components, and automation equipment.
• Support robotics integration and control system development.
• Write, test, and debug basic programs using Python, C/C++, MATLAB, or related tools.
• Assist with hardware-software integration and system testing.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and support root-cause analysis.
• Collaborate with senior engineers on engineering projects and documentation.
• Follow engineering standards, safety procedures, and quality practices.

Required Skills

• Basic understanding of electrical engineering, electronics, mechatronics, or control systems.
• Exposure to at least one programming language or platform, such as Python, C/C++, MATLAB, Arduino, or Raspberry Pi.
• Interest in industrial automation, robotics, PLCs, and embedded systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
• Willingness to learn new technologies and work hands‑on with hardware and software.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred Skills

• Academic projects or internships involving automation, robotics, embedded systems, or control systems.
• Basic knowledge of PLC programming, Ladder Logic, SCADA, or HMI.
• Familiarity with sensors, actuators, motors, and electrical circuits.
• Exposure to MATLAB/Simulink, microcontrollers, or industrial communication protocols.

Educational Qualifications

B.E./B.Tech in Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, Electromechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.Relevant engineering technology qualifications may also be considered.

What We Offer

• Structured training in PLC programming and industrial automation.
• Hands‑on experience with control systems, sensors, and robotics.
• Opportunities to work on real-world engineering challenges.
• Mentorship from experienced engineers.
• Career growth in automation, controls, and robotics engineering.

Ideal Candidate

A curious, hands‑on engineering graduate who enjoys solving practical problems and is eager to develop a career in industrial automation and controls.