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Plc Embedded Jobs in Austin, TX (NOW HIRING)

Eng Prin - SW

Austin, TX · On-site

$118K - $200K/yr

In this Embedded Software Engineer opportunity, you will be part of an Integrated Product Team (IPT ... S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which ...

Maintenance Technician 2nd shift

Austin, TX · On-site

$23 - $29.75/hr

Working knowledge of PLC systems (read/program) and industrial automation. * Experience with ... of embedded software and digital solutions. With €11.5 billion in revenue in 2025, 152 factories ...

Maintenance Technician 2nd shift

Austin, TX · On-site

$23 - $29.75/hr

Troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems. Assist with PLC ... of embedded software and digital solutions. With €11.5 billion in revenue in 2025, 152 factories ...

Maintenance Technician 2nd shift

Austin, TX · On-site

$23 - $29.75/hr

Working knowledge of PLC systems (read/program) and industrial automation. * Experience with ... embedded software and digital solutions. With 11.5 billion in revenue in 2025, 152 factories, 40 R& ...

Senior Engineer - User Space (Austin, TX)

Austin, TX · On-site +1

$121K - $160K/yr

Experience with embedded systems development * Knowledge of build systems (Yocto, Buildroot, or similar) * Strong debugging and problem-solving skills * Experience with version control (Git) and code ...

Eng Prin - Elec

Austin, TX · On-site

$118K - $200K/yr

S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which ... reliability embedded systems * Demonstrated understanding of electrical principles, test ...

Eng Prin - Elec

Austin, TX · On-site

$118K - $200K/yr

S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which ... reliability embedded systems * Demonstrated understanding of electrical principles, test ...

Eng Sr - SW

Austin, TX · On-site

$97K - $164K/yr

In this Embedded Software Engineer opportunity, you will be part of an Integrated Product Team (IPT ... S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which ...

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How much do plc embedded jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for plc embedded in Austin, TX is $96,887.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $79,300.00 and $118,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Plc Embedded vs Plc Programmer?

AspectPlc EmbeddedPlc Programmer
CredentialsTechnical certifications in embedded systems, PLC programmingPLC programming certifications, technical skills in automation
Work EnvironmentEmbedded system development, hardware integrationIndustrial automation, control panel programming
Industry UsageManufacturing, automotive, roboticsFactories, process control, automation industries

Plc Embedded focuses on developing embedded systems that integrate PLC technology into hardware devices, often requiring knowledge of hardware design and embedded programming. Plc Programmers primarily write and troubleshoot PLC code for automation systems. While both roles involve PLCs, Plc Embedded emphasizes hardware-software integration, whereas Plc Programmers concentrate on software logic for automation processes.

What cities near Austin, TX are hiring for Plc Embedded jobs?

Cities near Austin, TX with the most Plc Embedded job openings:

Infographic showing various Plc Embedded job openings in Austin, TX as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 90% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $96,887 per year, or $46.6 per hour.

Lead Controls & Firmware Engineer (Austin, TX)

NextGenEnergyJobs

Austin, TX • On-site

$85 - $125/hr

Other

Posted 5 days ago


Job description

Exowatt is revolutionizing the energy landscape for the AI era with our groundbreaking P3 system that captures solar energy, stores it as heat, and generates electricity on demand.

Key Responsibilities
  • Controls (PLC Path)
  • Develop and test PLC programs (Siemens, Rockwell, or equivalent) for system,
  • module, and site-level controllers.
  • Implement safety interlocks, alarms, and operational sequences for energy storage
  • modules.
  • Configure and validate industrial communication protocols (Profinet, Ethernet/IP,
  • OPC UA, DNP3, MQTT).
  • Integrate different system components with Microcontroller based devices.
  • Set up and maintain a test bench / HIL environment for PLC validation.
  • Firmware (Microcontroller Path)
  • Design and implement embedded firmware in C/C++ (Rust optional) for
  • microcontrollers if we migrate from PLC-based controls.
  • Develop and test communication stacks, device drivers, and OTA update
  • mechanisms.
  • Ensure deterministic, real-time operation in power and energy storage applications.
  • Set up and maintain a test bench / HIL environment for validation.
  • DevOps & CI/CD
  • Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions or similar) for PLC code, firmware,
  • and test automation.
  • Implement version control best practices for branching, releases, and tagging
  • safety-critical builds.
  • Develop infrastructure to run automated test suites including regression, simulation,
  • and hardware-in-the-loop.
  • Apply knowledge of utility-scale energy storage systems (battery management, PCS
  • interfaces, dispatch logic).
  • Participate in the development of control panel design for various components of energy
  • storage system.
  • Design & develop EMS/SCADA application to map controls data into historians, HMIs,
  • and cloud telemetry systems for monitoring & management of the system.
  • Support system integration, commissioning, and field validation.
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s in Electrical, Controls, Computer Engineering, or related field.
  • 2–6 years of experience in PLC programming and/or embedded firmware development.
  • Proficiency with Siemens TIA Portal / Rockwell Studio 5000 (or similar).
  • Strong coding skills in C/C++ (Rust/Python a plus).
  • Experience with GitHub workflows, CI/CD pipelines, automated testing.
  • Familiarity with utility-scale energy systems or DERs.
  • Understanding of industrial networking and protocols (Profinet, Ethernet/IP, OPC UA,
  • DNP3, MQTT).
  • Exposure to energy storage standards (UL 9540, IEC 62443, IEC 61131-3, IEEE
  • 1547).
  • Knowledge of cloud-integrated controls (AWS IoT Core, InfluxDB, Timestream,
  • CloudWatch).
  • Experience setting up test benches, simulators, or hardware-in-the-loop systems.
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