Junior Automation & Control Engineer (PLCs & Training)

Capital Electric

Piedmont (SC)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 85,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plans

Dental & vision

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

401(k) retirement savings with company

Professional development programs

Shareholder opportunity

Disability insurance

Life insurance for dependents

Wellness program

Gym reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Capital Electric in South Carolina is seeking an Application Engineer to support our sales team and drive automation and control growth. You will receive hands-on training from experienced engineers, gaining insights into automation solutions, energy audits, kitting and assembly, and on-site engineering services.

We require a bachelor’s degree in engineering (Electrical preferred) and familiarity with PLCs, drives, and sensors.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering (Electrical preferred).
Experience with PLCs, drives, sensor setups; familiarity with automation.
Customer service background is a plus.

Responsibilities

Support industrial end user accounts, system integrators, panel builders and OEM customers.
Keep up with new product development and relay information to customers.
Help Account Manager develop new customer relationships.
Drive automation and control growth including PLCs, drives, sensors, HMIs.
Keep up with vendor training and certification courses.
Conduct customer training on automation and control products.
Attend training as required by Capital Electric.