Project Engineer - Automation

ONE SHOT AUTOMATION LLC; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

One Shot Automation LLC in Jonesboro, AR is seeking a Project Engineer – Automations to design, develop, and deploy cutting-edge automation solutions for clients. You will manage projects from concept through commissioning, program PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, and collaborate with clients and internal teams to define requirements.

The role requires strong problem-solving and communication skills, with travel to client sites locally as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Experience with PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar) strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with industrial automation, robotics, motion control, or process control systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement automated systems and control solutions for industrial and commercial applications.
• Manage automation projects from concept through commissioning, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery.
• Program and configure PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, and other automation hardware/software.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to define project scope, requirements, and technical specifications.
• Conduct system testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning at client sites.
• Develop technical documentation including wiring diagrams, schematics, and user manuals.
• Provide ongoing technical support and identify opportunities for process improvement.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Problem solving

Client interaction

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

Siemens PLC

HMI/SCADA

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

About the Role:

One Shot Automation LLC is looking for a driven and detail-oriented Project Engineer – Automations to join our growing team in Jonesboro, AR. In this role, you'll play a key part in designing, developing, and deploying cutting-edge automation solutions that make a real impact for our clients. If you're passionate about engineering innovation and thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on environment, we want to hear from you!

This position will be primarily dedicated to one customer so this person will build a working relationship with a local customer, but be employeed by One Shot Automation

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and implement automated systems and control solutions for industrial and commercial applications
• Manage automation projects from concept through commissioning, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery
• Program and configure PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, and other automation hardware/software
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to define project scope, requirements, and technical specifications
• Conduct system testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning at client sites
• Develop technical documentation including wiring diagrams, schematics, and user manuals
• Provide ongoing technical support and identify opportunities for process improvement

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field
• Experience with PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar platforms) strongly preferred
• Familiarity with industrial automation, robotics, motion control, or process control systems
• Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a hands-on, solutions-driven mindset
• Strong communication skills for client-facing interactions and cross-functional collaboration
• Ability to travel to client sites locally and regionally as needed

About Us:

One Shot Automation LLC is a Jonesboro, AR-based automation company dedicated to delivering smart, efficient, and reliable automation solutions to our clients across a range of industries. We pride ourselves on getting it right the first time — because one shot is all you need. Our team enjoys a collaborative culture, exciting technical challenges, and the satisfaction of seeing their work drive real results for customers every day.