Senior Automation Architect | PLC/SCADA Leader

Hoffman Mechanical Solutions, Inc.; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Hoffman Mechanical Solutions, Inc. seeks a Lead Automation Engineer to provide technical leadership for complex automation projects across plant environments. You will guide architecture for control systems, HMI/SCADA, PLC/DDC, and field commissioning while mentoring staff.

The role requires 6–12+ years in industrial automation, strong leadership on large projects, and extensive experience with multi-system integration and OT networking. Travel up to 30% may be required.

Qualifications

• 6-12+ years in industrial automation, instrumentation and controls
• Leadership on multiple medium to large projects
• Broad exposure to multi-system integration and field commissioning

Responsibilities

• Design and oversee control system architecture for multi-system and plant-level projects
• Lead HMI/SCADA development and review deliverables
• Lead PLC/DDC programming for multi-system applications and integration
• Oversee testing strategy, FAT, and site startup activities; travel up to 30%
• Mentor Automation staff and conduct design/code reviews

Skills

Systems Knowledge

Control System Design

HMI/SCADA

PLC/DDC

Networking & Infrastructure

Testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Associate degree or trade certificates in related technical discipline

Trade school certificates or equivalent training

Tools

Python

Java

SQL

Job description

Hoffman Mechanical Solutions, Inc. seeks a Lead Automation Engineer to provide technical leadership for complex automation projects across plant environments. You will guide architecture for control systems, HMI/SCADA, PLC/DDC, and field commissioning while mentoring staff.

The role requires 6–12+ years in industrial automation, strong leadership on large projects, and extensive experience with multi-system integration and OT networking. Travel up to 30% may be required.