Automation Engineer PLC

About the role

Piper Companies is seeking an Automation Engineer (PLC) to join a leading engineering and industrial automation firm for a permanent onsite position located in Charlotte, NC. The Automation Engineer (PLC) will support large-scale data center, pharmaceutical, and life sciences projects by designing and implementing industrial control systems, developing electrical and controls documentation, and supporting projects from design through commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop industrial automation and control system solutions for complex engineering projects.
• Create electrical schematics, panel layouts, wiring diagrams, and controls documentation using AutoCAD Electrical and/or EPLAN.
• Configure, troubleshoot, and support Allen-Bradley PLC systems and Rockwell Automation hardware.
• Lead design activities on major programs while collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams and project stakeholders.
• Improve engineering efficiency by developing automated design workflows, enhancing submittal processes, and driving continuous process improvements.

Requirements

• 2-5 years of experience in industrial automation, controls engineering, or electrical design engineering.
• Strong proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical and/or EPLAN for electrical and controls design.
• Extensive hands-on experience with Allen-Bradley PLC platforms and Rockwell Automation components.
• Knowledge of electrical panel design, field wiring, and controls integration.
• Ability and willingness to travel approximately 30% for customer site visits and commissioning support.
• Experience automating engineering deliverables, design workflows, or submittal generation is highly preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plan
• Additional employee benefit offerings

Pay

Salary Range: $95k–$110k