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Associate Automation Engineer Jobs in Raleigh, NC

R.E. Mason

Automation Engineer - DCS

Raleigh, NC · On-site

Mason & Associates, Inc. believes our Associates are the foundation of both our customers' and our ... The Automation Engineer will work in the development, delivery, and commissioning of ...

R.E. Mason

Automation Engineer - DCS

Raleigh, NC · On-site

Mason & Associates, Inc. believes our Associates are the foundation of both our customers' and our ... The Automation Engineer will work in the development, delivery, and commissioning of ...

Novo Nordisk

Automation Engineer II

Clayton, NC · On-site

May consider an Associates Degree in engineering/related field with a minimum of seven (7) years of ... Warehouse automation equipment preferred (Automated storage and Retrieval Systems, Automated Guided ...

Novo Nordisk

Automation Engineer II

Clayton, NC · On-site

May consider an Associates Degree in engineering/related field with a minimum of seven (7) years of ... Warehouse automation equipment preferred (Automated storage and Retrieval Systems, Automated Guided ...

Novo Nordisk

Automation Engineer II

Clayton, NC · On-site

May consider an Associates Degree in engineering/related field with a minimum of seven (7) years of ... Warehouse automation equipment preferred (Automated storage and Retrieval Systems, Automated Guided ...

Novo Nordisk A/S

Automation Engineer II

Clayton, NC · On-site

May consider an Associates Degree in engineering/related field with a minimum of seven (7) years of ... Warehouse automation equipment preferred (Automated storage and Retrieval Systems, Automated Guided ...

R.E. Mason

Senior DeltaV Batch Engineer

Zebulon, NC

$88K - $121K/yr

Mason & Associates, Inc. believes our Associates are the foundation of both our customers' and our ... The Automation Engineer will deliver quality solutions and services to customers using the ...

R.E. Mason

Senior DeltaV Batch Engineer

Zebulon, NC · On-site

$88K - $121K/yr

Mason & Associates, Inc. believes our Associates are the foundation of both our customers' and our ... The Automation Engineer will deliver quality solutions and services to customers using the ...

R.E. Mason

Senior DeltaV Batch Engineer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$101K - $139K/yr

Mason & Associates, Inc. believes our Associates are the foundation of both our customers' and our ... The Automation Engineer will deliver quality solutions and services to customers using the ...

R.E. Mason

Senior DeltaV Batch Engineer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$101K - $139K/yr

Mason & Associates, Inc. believes our Associates are the foundation of both our customers' and our ... The Automation Engineer will deliver quality solutions and services to customers using the ...

Apperture Solutions

PLC Engineer

Raleigh, NC · Hybrid

Mason & Associates, Inc. umbrella there are two divisions: R.E. Mason and Apperture Solutions ... The Automation Engineer will work in the development, delivery, and commissioning of PLC-based ...

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As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for associate automation engineer in Raleigh, NC is $28.18, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $25.00 and $31.30 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Associate Automation Engineer is an entry-level professional who helps design, develop, test, and maintain automated systems or processes within an organization. They typically work under the guidance of senior engineers to implement automation solutions that improve efficiency and reduce manual work. Their responsibilities may include writing scripts, maintaining automation tools, troubleshooting issues, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize workflows. This role is common in industries such as manufacturing, software development, and IT.

What types of projects can an associate automation engineer expect to work on in their first year?

As an Associate Automation Engineer, you can expect to contribute to a variety of projects focused on improving and automating business processes or manufacturing systems. Typical responsibilities include assisting in the design, development, and testing of automated systems, collaborating with senior engineers, and troubleshooting automation equipment. You'll often work closely with cross-functional teams such as production, quality assurance, and IT to support the deployment and maintenance of automation solutions. This hands-on experience provides a strong foundation for understanding automation workflows and prepares you for more complex projects as you gain experience.

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To thrive as an Associate Automation Engineer, a strong understanding of programming languages (such as Python, Java, or C#), automation frameworks, and a relevant engineering degree are essential. Familiarity with tools like Selenium, Jenkins, and version control systems, as well as knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, is typically required. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication help individuals excel in this role. These skills and qualities are crucial for developing reliable automated solutions, ensuring software quality, and collaborating efficiently within engineering teams.

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Infographic showing various Associate Automation Engineer job openings in Raleigh, NC as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 25% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,610 per year, or $28.2 per hour.

Automation Engineer - DCS

Raleigh, NC • On-site

R.E. Mason
Software Development • 201 - 500 employees
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

As a 100% Employee-Owned company, Robert E. Mason & Associates, Inc. believes our Associates are the foundation of both our customers' and our success. Our strong company culture, and belief in continued investment in our Associates, has helped us realize long Associate tenures, as well as long lasting relationships with our customers.
R.E. Mason is an Emerson Impact Partner covering North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia. Emerson is the global leader of process systems and solutions. R.E. Mason provides industry-leading process equipment and service for process control, automation, safety, and reliability. The industries served include Chemical, Pharmaceutical & Life Sciences, Power & Utilities, Food & Beverage, and Pulp & Paper.
What R.E. Mason Offers Associates:
R.E. Mason is a 100% employee-owned company that offers a comprehensive, industry leading benefits package to all eligible Associates:
  • Participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
  • Retirement plan, including a Safe Harbor contribution
  • Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance
  • Employer paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Generous paid leave options that include vacation time, sick leave, personal leave time, R.E. Mason Way Half Day, paid Jury Duty, and paid Bereavement Leave
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid company holidays
  • Career Development Program
  • Retirement and Financial Wellness program
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Alternative/Hybrid Work Schedules

General Description
The successful candidate will be a significant contributor on our Project Execution Team. The Automation Engineer will work in the development, delivery, and commissioning of state-of-the-art process control systems and solutions for R.E. Mason's industrial customers. R.E. Mason uses the technologies provided by Emerson - DeltaV Distributed Control System ("DeltaV"), Asset Management System (AMS) and other Emerson solutions.
The Automation Engineer will also provide aftermarket ("Lifecycle") and staff augmentation support to customers. Typically, this includes modifying existing control strategies, implementing small scale expansion projects and assisting with process optimization projects.
Specific Responsibilities
  • Implement control strategies within the DeltaV DCS that are used to interface with and control physical devices such as valves and pumps within the plant environment. This will include:
    • Configuring and testing control and equipment modules classes and instances
    • Configuring and testing batch control strategies including phase classes and recipes
    • Configuring custom dynamos, graphic displays, and trends
  • Develop system design documentation for a variety of continuous and batch process control applications
  • Support Factory Acceptance Tests ("FAT"s) / Software Acceptance Tests ("SAT"s)
  • Support start-up and commissioning activities at customer sites
  • Troubleshoot system hardware, software, network, and instrument bus technologies
  • Configure and commission wireless field networks
  • Configure DeltaV Continuous Historian and integration to 3rd party Historians such as OSI PI
  • Develop custom shift, environmental, or production reports for plant maintenance and operations personnel
  • Configure process modeling & simulation (using both Mynah MiMic software & DeltaV)
  • Work independently on-site at a customer location

Qualifications
Required Competencies
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to meet project team commitments and deadlines.
  • Ability to work in team environment; a team player
  • Ability to work independently, self-directed, self-motivated, and detail oriented
  • Customer focused
  • Organized and reliable; demonstrates integrity
  • Be a United States Citizen with a valid driver's license.

Required Education and Experience
  • B.S. in CHE, EE, ME, Comp. Eng, Comp. Sci., other related disciplines
  • 1+ year of relevant experience working in DeltaV or similar DCS
  • MS Office Experience

Preferred Experience/Competencies
  • Experience with additional Control Systems or PLCs
  • ISA S88 experience
  • Understanding of regulated or validated systems
  • Prior experience working in a relevant manufacturing environment
  • Windows Server 2016/2019 and network troubleshooting skill

Physical Requirements
  • Standing
  • Walking
  • Sitting
  • Kneeling
  • Reaching Overhead
  • Climbing
  • Pushing and Pulling
  • Lifting - 30 pounds
  • Using a Computer
  • Using a Telephone
  • Driving

RE Mason Company is a federal contractor and, as such, is required to solicit the disability status and protected veteran status of candidates. Thus, you are required to answer self-identification questions as part of your application process. These questions are part of RE Mason's Affirmative Action Plan and the completion of these questions will not have any effect on any consideration of your application materials.
In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and need to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with RE Mason, please call our office at (704) 375-4465.
This is a drug-free workplace. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of any required pre-employment and, if applicable, ongoing drug testing, including testing mandated by customer site access requirements.

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