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Automation & Controls Engineer (Electrical / Instrumentation)
Job Title: Automation & Controls Engineer (Electrical / Instrumentation)
Location: Petersburg, VA
Job Type: Contract to Hire
Are you looking for a hands-on role where you can contribute to automation, controls, and process improvements in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? This opportunity offers the chance to work across both software and hardware systems, supporting operational efficiency and continuous improvement initiatives.
What You’ll Experience
- A large-scale manufacturing environment supporting multiple industrial sectors
- A workplace that values collaboration, safety, and innovation
- Ongoing investment in employee growth, training, and career development
- A strong focus on continuous improvement, operational excellence, and sustainability
Benefits & Perks
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage (eligible on day one)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Health & Dependent Care)
- 401(k) with company match up to 6%
- Life and Accidental Life Insurance
- Short-term and Long-term Disability
- Annual bonus opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program and Health Advocacy services
- Paid parental leave
- Tuition reimbursement
- Structured career development and training programs
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field
- Minimum of 5 years of manufacturing experience with PLC programming
- Strong understanding of AC/DC systems, motors, and drives
- Experience managing electrical systems, including design, implementation, and maintenance
- Hands-on experience with PLC platforms such as Rockwell and Siemens (S7-1516 preferred)
- Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (Profibus, Profinet preferred)
- Experience troubleshooting automation, HMI, and communication-related issues
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and data acquisition tools (IBA/PDA preferred)
- Ability to work in both office and production floor environments
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Ability to communicate effectively with operations, maintenance, and leadership teams
Key Responsibilities
- Support and enhance automation systems within manufacturing operations
- Modify and maintain PLC programs across various platforms, including:
- GE controllers (Innovation Series, RX3i)
- Toshiba NV
- Siemens (S7/TIA)
- Allen-Bradley systems
- Develop and update HMI applications using tools such as:
- GE Cimplicity
- Ignition
- WinCC
- Rockwell Automation platforms
- Lead initiatives to improve automation stability, system performance, and operator interfaces
- Identify and implement process improvements to increase throughput and reliability
- Troubleshoot equipment and system issues, ensuring timely resolution
- Analyze asset performance data and recommend improvements
- Support maintenance planning, shutdowns, and outage execution
- Participate in root cause analysis and continuous improvement efforts
- Assist with annual planning and long-term system enhancements
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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