Junior Controls Engineer - Training in PLCs & Automation

GCS Recruitment Specialists; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

GCS Recruitment Specialists is seeking a Jr Controls Engineer in Seattle, WA. This role focuses on gaining expertise in automation, PLCs, commissioning, and system integration within a structured training programme.

You’ll configure PLC control systems, assist with commissioning and startup, and work alongside multidisciplinary teams on real-world industrial automation projects. A degree in electrical engineering or related field is required, with basic coding exposure and a keen interest in

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, EET, or Mechatronics.
• Exposure to PLCs, robotics, or automation projects.
• Basic coding experience in any language.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics.
• Strong interest in controls engineering.

Responsibilities

• Configure and validate PLC control systems.
• Support commissioning and startup activities.
• Debug automation and control system issues.
• Review electrical drawings and equipment layouts.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Skills

PLCs

Robotics exposure

Automation projects

Electrical schematics interpretation

Coding basics

Education

Electrical Engineering / EET / Mechatronics degree

Job description

GCS Recruitment Specialists is seeking a Jr Controls Engineer in Seattle, WA. This role focuses on gaining expertise in automation, PLCs, commissioning, and system integration within a structured training programme.

You’ll configure PLC control systems, assist with commissioning and startup, and work alongside multidisciplinary teams on real-world industrial automation projects. A degree in electrical engineering or related field is required, with basic coding exposure and a keen interest in