Hands-On Industrial Automation Engineer: PLC, HMI & Motion

Liberty Personnel Services, Inc.

Atlanta (GA)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Liberty Personnel Services, Inc. seeks an experienced controls engineer to design, code, and commission industrial automation systems for live production lines. You’ll own PLC/HMI programming, safety, and on-site startup, delivering turnkey solutions across Rockwell and Siemens platforms.

You’ll work on multi-technology automation projects with a focus on safety, data collection, and Industry 4.0 concepts, traveling to customer sites as needed and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

BS or MS in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer/Software Engineering or similar discipline.
At least four (4) years of experience designing, programming, and commissioning PLC systems.
Hands-on PLC and HMI experience with Rockwell Automation and/or Siemens platforms.
Strong background with VFDs and motion control systems.
Experience designing industrial electrical schematics and control panels.
Exposure to machine safety design, risk assessment, and validation practices.
Comfort working in manufacturing environments during startup and commissioning.
Ability to work independently, take initiative, and own project outcomes.

Responsibilities

Designing and implementing industrial control systems from requirements through commissioning.
Performing engineering calculations, programming, and configuration for controls projects.
Writing ladder logic and structured text PLC programs for pneumatic, hydraulic, and electronic devices.
Programming control for motor starters, VFDs, and servo motion systems.
Designing and programming HMIs, SCADA systems, and data collection/information systems.
Developing electrical schematics and panel layouts using ePlan.
Designing and documenting machine safety systems, including risk assessments and validation.
Creating Sistema reports to verify safety categories and performance levels.
Writing safety validation plans and compiling validation reports.
Researching and applying modern technologies in machine/motion control and Industrial IoT/Industry 4.0.
Commissioning, starting up, and debugging complex controls on the shop floor and at customer sites.
Troubleshooting issues in the field and driving them to root cause and resolution.