Junior Controls Engineer - Hands-on Automation Training

GCS Recruitment

Seattle (WA)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

GCS Recruitment seeks Junior Controls Software Engineers / Automation Engineers to join a structured development program in the Bellevue/Seattle area. You will work on real-world automation projects, configuring, validating, and deploying control solutions with senior engineers.

This program suits recent graduates and early-career engineers pursuing careers in controls software, industrial automation, or embedded systems.

Qualifications

  • Read and interpret electrical schematics and drawings.
  • Develop and validate control configurations and software.
  • Collaborate with senior engineers on projects.

Responsibilities

  • Interpret drawings and control system documentation.
  • Analyze conveyor and automation system layouts and interactions.
  • Build, validate, and test configuration files per standards.
  • Trace industrial network topologies and device communication.
  • Support troubleshooting by reviewing system logic and projects.
  • Participate in reviews, testing, and team discussions.
  • Manage tasks using version control and project tools.
  • Learn from experienced engineers and undergo trainings.
  • Develop knowledge of automation platforms and best practices.
  • Attend structured trainings on controls software and networking.

Skills

Electrical schematics literacy
Basic programming: C/C++, Python
Analytical problem-solving
Detail-oriented
Team collaboration
On-site Bellevue, WA availability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related

Job description

GCS Recruitment seeks Junior Controls Software Engineers / Automation Engineers to join a structured development program in the Bellevue/Seattle area. You will work on real-world automation projects, configuring, validating, and deploying control solutions with senior engineers.

This program suits recent graduates and early-career engineers pursuing careers in controls software, industrial automation, or embedded systems.

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