PLC Controls Engineer - Travel

Job Description

Location: Based near Marietta, GA (Hybrid role with up to 70% travel)

Compensation: $85,000–$95,000 annually + benefits

Employment Type: Full-time, direct hire

Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. – no sponsorship available

We’re recruiting for a client seeking an Electrical Controls Engineer who’s ready to grow their career through hands-on experience with automation systems across the U.S. This is a hybrid role involving both shop-based work and up to 70% travel for installations, commissioning, and support. If you enjoy solving problems in the field, wiring control panels, and working with PLCs and HMIs, this is a great opportunity.

What You’ll Do

Program and debug PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens) for industrial automation systems

Build and support HMI interfaces using platforms like FactoryTalk and WinCC

Design electrical control panels and develop wiring diagrams using AutoCAD Electrical or EPLAN

Troubleshoot and wire control systems on-site during installations and testing

Travel to customer sites for start-up, commissioning, FAT/SAT, and training

Collaborate with mechanical and electrical engineers to integrate complete solutions

Support documentation, testing, and proposal development for control systems

What You’ll Need

1–3+ years of experience with PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar)

Experience reading electrical schematics and building/troubleshooting control panels

Familiarity with AutoCAD Electrical or EPLAN for wiring diagrams and layouts

Willingness to travel up to 70% (domestic, mostly U.S.-based clients)

Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, or related field preferred

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship

Nice-to-Haves

Experience with robotics, motion controls, or servo systems

Familiarity with Ladder Logic, Python, or industrial networking protocols

Exposure to UL508A, NFPA 70E, or control panel standards

Understanding of Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement concepts

This role is ideal for an early-career Controls Engineer who enjoys a fast-paced environment, working on a variety of equipment and systems, and seeing their work implemented in the real world. If you’re ready to build your skills and get hands-on in the field, we’d love to hear from you.

Full-time

Hybrid remote