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Controls Engineer - Automation

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Job Description - Controls Engineer - Automation


Our client, a well-established manufacturing company in the Duncan, SC area, is seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to support and enhance their automated production systems. This is a direct-hire opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on automation work and wants to make an immediate impact.


 


Base Salary: Up to $130,000 (based on experience)


Benefits:



  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

  • Flexible PTO policy

  • 401(k)

  • Life Insurance


 


What You’ll Do



  • Program, support, and improve PLC-based automation systems

  • Develop and modify HMI screens for operators and technicians

  • Configure, troubleshoot, and optimize VFDs

  • Design and support electrical control panels and wiring

  • Partner with operations, maintenance, and contractors to keep production running

  • Support equipment installs, upgrades, and start-ups on the plant floor


Must-Have For the Role



  • 5+ years of Controls / Automation Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Electricl, Automation, or Controls Engineering or equivalent experience

  • PLC programming (Allen-Bradley & Siemens) experience

  • VFD setup and troubleshooting

  • Electrical panel design & wiring

  • HMI development

  • Manufacturing automation support


Nice-to-Have (Not Required)


Experience with any of the following is a plus:



  • Vision systems or intelligent sensors

  • AutoCAD or SolidWorks

  • Oracle systems exposure

  • Project or capital equipment leadership


Apply today and let’s talk about how your automation skills can make an impact from day one.


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