Rising Controls Engineer — PLC & Automation

GCS Recruitment Specialists

Salt Lake City (UT)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 85,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Job summary

GCS Recruitment Specialists seeks a Jr Controls Engineer in Salt Lake City, UT to join a structured development programme focused on automation and PLC controls.

You will gain hands-on experience configuring, testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning complex automated systems, while collaborating with experienced Controls Engineers and project teams.

This entry-level role emphasizes hands-on training, strong analytical skills, and a clear pathway to a career in controls engineering.

Qualifications

  • Degree in EE, EET, Mechatronics, or related field.
  • Exposure to PLCs, robotics, automation, or controls.
  • Basic programming experience is a plus.
  • Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

  • Configure and validate PLC control systems
  • Support field commissioning and startup projects
  • Troubleshoot automation and control system issues
  • Interpret electrical drawings and system documentation
  • Work with experienced Controls Engineers and project teams

Skills

PLC controls
Troubleshooting
Automation knowledge
Programming basics

Education

Degree in EE, EET, Mechatronics, or related field

Tools

PLCs

Job description

GCS Recruitment Specialists seeks a Jr Controls Engineer in Salt Lake City, UT to join a structured development programme focused on automation and PLC controls.

You will gain hands-on experience configuring, testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning complex automated systems, while collaborating with experienced Controls Engineers and project teams.

This entry-level role emphasizes hands-on training, strong analytical skills, and a clear pathway to a career in controls engineering.

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