Senior Field Automation Engineer

PPC Partners; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

PPC Partners seeks a Senior Engineer, Automation Service to lead design, programming, installation, and support of industrial automation systems. You will collaborate with clients on-site, diagnose issues, and mentor junior staff while helping scope projects and estimates.

Strong PLC/HMI skills and field-service experience are essential for success. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and staying current with evolving technologies in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years hands-on industrial automation experience across multiple industries.
• Deep expertise in PLC and HMI programming, sensors, VFDs, safety systems, and IT integration.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently in field-service environments.

Responsibilities

• System design, programming, installation, and support of automated systems across industrial apps.
• Onsite service calls, diagnostics, and delivering timely solutions.
• Mentor junior engineers, collaborate with customers, and identify improvement opportunities.
• Assist with scoping work and estimates to support business development.
• Prioritize safety and promote open communication between field and office.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI programming

Troubleshooting

Reading drawings

IT networks

Problem solving

Mentoring

Customer collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Higher education in a relevant field

Tools

Ethernet/IP

Profinet

Modbus

Job description

PPC Partners seeks a Senior Engineer, Automation Service to lead design, programming, installation, and support of industrial automation systems. You will collaborate with clients on-site, diagnose issues, and mentor junior staff while helping scope projects and estimates.

Strong PLC/HMI skills and field-service experience are essential for success. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and staying current with evolving technologies in a fast-paced environment.