Junior Electronics Engineer - Automation & Controls

GCS Recruitment; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

GCS Recruitment Specialists seeks curious, hands-on Electrical or Electronics Engineering graduates to solve real-world technical problems and make physical systems work.

You will translate drawings to configurations, test on hardware and in simulation, support on-site commissioning, document results, and contribute to continuous improvement on engineering projects.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree or diploma in electrical/electronics engineering or related field.
• Graduation year between 2022 and 2026.
• Hands-on experience with electrical systems and hardware integration.

Responsibilities

• Translate electrical drawings and I/O lists into application configurations.
• Test configurations in simulation and on real hardware – EtherCAT devices, motorised rollers, sensors, safety I/O.
• Support commissioning on site as buildings go live.
• Document findings, test results, and technical recommendations.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and engineering projects.

Skills

Python

MATLAB

Arduino programming

Raspberry Pi projects

Ladder Logic/PLC programming

C/C++ or other programming languages

Education

Electrical Engineering

Electrical Engineering Technology

Mechatronics Engineering

Electromechanical Engineering

Equivalent technician or technology program

Job description

We are seeking curious, hands-on Electrical or Electronics Engineering graduates who enjoy solving real-world technical problems and making physical systems work. This is an excellent opportunity for early-career engineers and technologists who have a strong foundation in electrical systems, some exposure to programming, and a passion for troubleshooting, automation, controls, and hardware integration.
Key Responsibilities
* Translate electrical drawings and I/O lists into application configurations
* Test configurations in simulation and on real hardware - EtherCAT devices, motorised rollers, sensors, safety I/O
* Support commissioning on site as buildings go live
* Document findings, test results, and technical recommendations.
* Support continuous improvement initiatives and engineering projects.

Required Qualifications
* Graduate Degree or Diploma in one of the following:
o Electrical Engineering
o Electrical Engineering Technology
o Mechatronics Engineering
o Electromechanical Engineering
o Equivalent technician or technology program
* Graduation year between 2022 and 2026

* Experience in one or some of the following technologies:
o Python
o MATLAB
o Arduino programming
o Raspberry Pi projects
o Ladder Logic / PLC programming
o C/C++ or other programming languages

GCS is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.