Programmer I

DNOW; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

401(k)/ Retirement savings

Comprehensive Benefits (medical, dent

vision, life and disability coverage

Career growth opportunities

Manufacturing work environment

Paid vacation/holidays

Job summary

DNOW is seeking an entry-level Programmer I to support PLC and HMI programming efforts under direct supervision. This role emphasizes developing foundational programming skills, testing, documentation, and field support to enable progressive independence.

You will work with senior programmers to ensure accurate simulations, troubleshooting, and adherence to standards across the control systems. Manufacturing environments and team collaboration are core components.

Qualifications

• Entry-level role assisting in developing, testing, and modifying PLC/HMI programs under direct supervision.
• Support engineering and field service teams with basic programming tasks and documentation updates.
• Develop foundational programming skills toward more independent work.

Responsibilities

• Develop and edit simple PLC and HMI logic blocks under supervision.
• Assist with testing, simulation, and validation of control programs in-house and in the field.
• Update documentation, tag databases, I/O lists, and revision logs.
• Support system commissioning by monitoring program behavior and making adjustments.
• Troubleshoot basic automation issues with guidance from senior programmers.
• Review wiring diagrams, P&IDs, and control schematics to support programming tasks.
• Follow established coding standards, quality guidelines, and version control processes.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI development

Documentation

Troubleshooting

Testing

Job description

At DNOW, we believe our associates are the best in the business. We value and reward hardworking, creative, and dedicated employees that desire to be part of a team committed to outstanding customer service.

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The Programmer I supports the development and testing of PLC and HMI programs under direct supervision. This entry level role focuses on basic programming, documentation, troubleshooting, and commissioning support while developing foundational programming skills.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and edit simple PLC and HMI logic blocks under supervision.
• Assist with testing, simulation, and validation of control programs in-house and in the field.
• Update documentation, tag databases, I/O lists, and revision logs.
• Support system commissioning by monitoring program behavior and performing controlled adjustments.
• Troubleshoot basic automation issues with guidance from senior programmers.
• Review wiring diagrams, P&IDs, and control schematics to support programming tasks.
• Follow established coding standards, quality guidelines, and version control processes.

Job Requirements

• Entry-level role responsible for assisting in the development, testing, and modification of PLC, HMI, and automation control programs under direct supervision.
• Support engineering and field service teams by performing basic programming tasks, documentation updates, and controlled troubleshooting activities.
• Develop foundational programming skills and support progression to more independent programming work.

BENEFITS

• Competitive Salary
• 401(k)/ Retirement savings
• Comprehensive Benefits (medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage)
• Career growth opportunities
• Manufacturing work environment
• Paid vacation/holidays