KSB
Automation Controls Engineer
Grovetown, GA
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 15 days ago
PythonC++C#Machine LearningData AnalysisSupply ChainPLCElectrical EngineeringResearchCommunicationMicrosoft Office
About the role
- The Automation Controls Engineer plays a key role in the design, development, and testing of advanced electromechanical systems used in industrial pumping and mining applications.
- Working as part of the Engineering team, this position develops control system architectures, programs PLCs and HMIs, integrates hardware and software components, and supports prototype development from concept through validation.
- This hands-on role combines electrical design, controls programming, system integration, and laboratory testing to deliver innovative automation solutions.
Responsibilities
- Translate functional requirements into control system designs (hardware and software)
- Specify and source PLCs, HMIs, drives, motors, encoders, sensors, I/O, contactors and related components
- Build wiring harnesses, panels and prototype assemblies
- Execute lab and field test plans, record results, and document issues and fixes
- Build wiring harnesses, panels and prototype assemblies; Produce BOMs and schematics
Requirements
- 4-year engineering degree in electrical, computer, or mechanical discipline
Nice to have
- 3+ years in machine or factory automation with hands on controls and test experience.
- Practical experience with motor controls, drives, encoders, sensors, and industrial I/O.
- Preferred prior experience in prototype testing rigs and iterative R&D testing.
- PLC programming (ladder/structured text) and HMI configuration experience (preferred computer programming language such as C#, C++, Python, etc.)
Skills
- Familiar with a wide array of major electrical/automation/PLC brands, sensor types and industrial protocols
- MS Office
- Basic understanding of machine learning and data analysis methods
- Basic understanding of industrial mining equipment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- English (fluent)
- Peer leader
Compensation
- FLSA Status: Salary Exempt
Benefits
- Education: 4-year engineering degree in electrical, computer, or mechanical discipline
Company info
- We value employees who take the initiative and are committed to our company; Employees who take responsibility and for whom business success is the focus of their actions.
Equal opportunity
- KSB Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
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