Plant 81 | Automation Engineer

Shaw Industries; Dalton (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Shaw Industries seeks an Automation Engineer for Plant 81 to support and oversee local process control solutions as part of broader process engineering duties. The role emphasizes collaboration with automation teams and data-driven improvements.

The engineer will lead electrical/automation projects, set standards, troubleshoot equipment, and train associates in safe practices. A Bachelor's/Associate degree with 5+ years in controls is required.

Qualifications

• Must have design, installation and troubleshooting experience with PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens).
• Experience with HMI/SCADA systems (Ignition preferred).
• Bachelor's or Associate degree with 5+ years hands-on controls/automation experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication; able to work in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical and automation projects.
• Set and maintain electrical and automation standards.
• Troubleshoot plant equipment and train staff in safe practices.
• Learn plant processes to drive automation-based improvements.

Skills

Root cause analysis

Project management

Communication

Manufacturing environment

Education

Bachelor's/Associate degree with 5+ years controls/automation

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Siemens PLCs

Ignition HMI/SCADA

Industrial PC hardware

Job description

Position Overview

Shaw Industries is searching for an Automation Controls Engineer to support and assist in the development and oversight of locally deployed process control solutions as part of broader process engineering responsibilities. The engineer will contribute to automation initiatives by identifying improvement opportunities through process awareness, data analysis, and collaboration with automation teams.

Shaw Industries Group, Inc. is a leader in flooring and other surface solutions designed for residential housing, commercial spaces and outdoor environments. Leveraging strengths in design, innovation and operational excellence, the company takes a people-centered, customer-focused, and growth-minded approach to meet diverse market needs. It creates differentiated customer experiences through its expansive portfolio of brands: Anderson Tuftex, COREtec, Shaw Floors, Patcraft, Philadelphia Commercial, Shaw Contract, Shaw Sports Turf, Shawgrass, Southwest Greens, Watershed Geo and more.

Headquartered in Dalton, Georgia, Shaw is a wholly owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway, Inc. with more than $6 billion in annual sales .

Job Title

Plant 81 | Automation Engineer

Responsibilities

• As a member of the leadership team this position is responsible for managing electrical and automation projects
• Setting and maintaining electrical and automation standards
• Troubleshooting and supporting plant equipment and training other associates in proper and safe electrical and automation practices.
• Candidates must be capable of learning the various manufacturing processes within the plant to facilitate process improvement through automation.

Position Requirements

• 1+ year experience with design, installation, and troubleshooting of:
• PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens)
• HMI/SCADA (preferably Ignition)
• PC hardware/software in industrial environments
• Bachelor's degree or Associate's degree with 5+ years hands‑on controls/automation experience
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Project management experience
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to work some weekends, holidays and off shift hours

Knowledge/Skills

• Must be able to analyze equipment faults and failures identifying the root causes
• Must be able to implement solutions to resolve equipment faults/failures, preventing reoccurrence
• Must have software development capabilities in various program languages (e.g., Python Java, C++)
• Must be able to Maintain install and troubleshoot electrical systems. Ensure compliance with codes and safety standards

Required Competencies

• Innovate
• Initiate Action
• Influence Others
• Execute Action

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Work Shift

8 Hr non-rotating shift, Hrs fall to in punch day, Observed Calendar, shift starts AM

Shaw Industries is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.