Process and Controls Automation Engineer

Job Title:

Process and Controls Automation Engineer

Location:

Carrollton, GA (Hybrid, 2-3 days a week)
Duration:
Fulltime Permanent
Travel:
Up to 25% (including international)

The Process & Control Automation Engineer III supports SCR automation design, development, and startup initiatives. This role works cross-functionally to design, program, and commission control systems, and will transfer technical knowledge to SCR customers through training, presentations, and startup assistance.

• Develop, design, maintain, and commission automation/control systems for industrial equipment.
• Program PLCs, drive systems, and combustion control systems (Allen Bradley or Siemens).
• Create SCADA and operator interface (HMI) applications.
• Design databases and write custom programs for PLC-SCADA integration.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical components, diagnosing and resolving issues.
• Produce project documentation, electrical schematics (AutoCAD), and manuals.
• Develop scope of work, cost estimates, and budgets for electrical systems.
• Build deep knowledge of SCR systems including fluid systems, metallurgy, furnace operations, material handling, and hands‑on machinery operation.
• Lead on‑site commissioning of complete SCR systems.
• Deliver training, presentations, and startup assistance to SCR customers.

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Experience: 7+ years in automation and controls engineering.

• PLC programming (Allen Bradley or Siemens)
• Drive system configuration
• AutoCAD for electrical schematics
• SCADA/HMI development
• Computer programming, networking, database, and reporting skills

• Education: Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering.
• Experience: 10+ years in relevant field.
• Technical Expertise: AutoCAD, PLC programming, drives, controls, combustion systems.
• Industry
  
  Experience:
  
  Molten metal processing.