Automation Engineer/Controls Engineer

Atlanta, GA 30009

Posted: 02/18/2025 Job Number: 34936

Job Description


Position Overview:

Seeking an experienced Automation Engineer / Controls Engineer to lead electrical design projects, mentor team members, and ensure compliance with industry standards. This role combines leadership, technical expertise, and project execution skills.

 

Key Responsibilities:
  • Design and document control systems including PLC, HMI, instrumentation, motor control, VFDs, safety circuits, robotics.
  • Develop specifications, cost estimates, and project documentation.
  • Lead projects from conception to completion, ensuring quality and compliance.
  • Mentor junior team members and support professional growth.
  • Utilize AutoCAD and other design tools.
  • Research and implement new technologies.
  • Manage client interactions, approvals, and permitting processes.
  • Perform on-site inspections and collaborate with contractors and suppliers.

 

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering preferred but not required.
  • PE status with the Georgia Society of Professional Engineers preferred but not required.
  • 5+ years of electrical design experience in PLCs, HMIs, instrumentation, robotics, and VFDs.
  • Proficiency in development software such as Rockwell, Siemens, Fanuc, ABB, Copa-Data.
  • Experience with pharmaceutical industry and/or power generation preferred but not required.
  • Knowledge of U.S. Electrical and ANSI standards;ISO 9001 experience preferred.
  • Strong communication, problem-solving, and time management skills.
  • Self-motivated team player with a positive attitude.

 

Working Conditions:
  • International travel required (up to 30%).
  • Ability to attend and conduct presentations.
  • Overtime and weekend work as required.
  • Exposure to client worksites.

Meet Your Recruiter

Joe Domaradski
VP of Sales for the Southeast Region and FSO

Joe has extensive experience in the staffing and recruiting industry. He has worked throughout the country opening up new offices and managing multiple markets. Joe is the Vice President of Sales and Operations for our Southeast Region (Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, and Virginia) and our company FSO. Joe is a Navy veteran that worked in the Pentagon. He is OSHA certified. 

He is a big sports enthusiast and enjoys living near the beautiful South Florida beaches. Joe has one daughter who is currently a designer for an architect. 

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