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Plc Installation Jobs in Decatur, GA (NOW HIRING)

PLC Senior Process Engineer

Kennesaw, GA

$96K - $124K/yr

... new process installation and process changes. * Plans, conducts, and supervises assignments ... PLC Cabinet design #CA-AL Essential Duties & Responsibilities * With minimal to no guidance ...

... installation of production equipment and related components. * Mechanical repair experience on conveyors, gear boxes, motors, and other production equipment. * Ability to read and understand PLC ...

What you will do Fire Sprinkler Installation employees are responsible for the installation ... plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified ...

... installs of cold storage facilities. * Oversee Quality Assurance reviews with operations and supporting technical specification docs received from automation system providers concerning PLC/WES/WCS ...

Controls Field Technician III

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$28.50 - $37.50/hr

Support installation and startup of automation and controls equipment * Perform diagnostics and system testing on control components * Assist with PLC troubleshooting and basic programming ...

Controls Field Technician II

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$28.50 - $37.50/hr

Support installation and startup of automation and controls equipment * Perform diagnostics and system testing on control components * Assist with PLC troubleshooting and basic programming ...

Support installation and startup of automation and controls equipment * Perform diagnostics and system testing on control components * Assist with PLC troubleshooting and basic programming ...

Controls Field Technician I

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$28.50 - $37.50/hr

Support installation and startup of automation and controls equipment * Perform diagnostics and system testing on control components * Assist with PLC troubleshooting and basic programming ...

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How much do plc installation jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for plc installation in Decatur, GA is $23.20, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.36 and $26.06 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Plc Installation vs Plc Maintenance?

AspectPlc InstallationPlc Maintenance
CertificationsElectrical or automation certifications, technical diplomasSame as installation, plus troubleshooting skills
Work EnvironmentInstallation sites, new equipment setupManufacturing plants, ongoing system support
Job FocusSetting up and configuring PLC systemsMonitoring, troubleshooting, and repairing PLCs

While both roles require similar certifications and work in industrial environments, Plc Installation focuses on setting up new systems, whereas Plc Maintenance involves ongoing support and troubleshooting of existing PLC systems.

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PLC Senior Process Engineer

PLC Senior Process Engineer

Avient

Kennesaw, GA

$96K - $124K/yr

Full-time

Posted 24 days ago


Avient rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 37 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

23rd of 80 rated plastic manufacturers


Job description

Essential Duties & Responsibilities 

  • With minimal to no guidance, actively participates in scale up, process testing plan and procedure, data analysis, and/or communication of results.
  • Develops and modifies process methods and controls to meet quality standards and improve efficiency of product/process.
  • Works with new and established products to identify, recommend, and implement improvements, modifications, or additions.
  • Documents and prepares production specifications for Avient products.
  • Develops testing for production needs to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Initiates design reviews to improve the ability to manufacture products.
  • Responsible for the activities related to the development of new processes including researching current and emerging technologies, evaluating process cost, quality, and performing process characterization and optimization studies using designed experiments, problem-solving and decision-making tools.
  • Identifies and solves issues or problems with equipment/process. Troubleshoots possible causes and coordinates the activities of maintenance, production and other available resources to implement cost effective solutions.
  • Provides team leadership to Process Specialist and Engineering Co-ops and direction of new process installation and process changes.
  • Plans, conducts, and supervises assignments. Reviews progress with management.
  • Project Manager for capital projects

Our purpose at Avient Corporation is to be an innovator of materials solutions that help our customers succeed, while enabling a sustainable world.


Innovation goes far beyond materials science; it's powered by the passion, creativity, and diverse expertise of 9,000 professionals worldwide. Whether you're a finance wizard, a tech enthusiast, an operational powerhouse, an HR changemaker, or a trailblazer in materials development, you'll find your place at Avient.


Join our global team and help shape the future with sustainable solutions that transform possibilities into realities. Your unique perspective could be the key to our next breakthrough!


We believe that all of our global employees are leaders and that the six most important behaviors for driving our strategy and culture are the same no matter if an employee is a leader of self, a leader of others, or a leader of the business.


By playing to win, acting customer centric, driving innovation and profitable growth, collaborating seamlessly across Avient, and motivating and inspiring and developing others and yourself you will accelerate your ability to achieve Avient's strategic goals, to meet our customer needs, and to accomplish your career goals.


At Avient, we believe a wide variety of thoughts, ideas and backgrounds gives us the creativity to be successful in a rapidly changing world.  In support of this, we stress equality of opportunity for all qualified individuals in accordance with applicable laws. Decisions on hiring, promotion, development, compensation or advancement are based solely on a person's qualifications, abilities, experience and performance.


Avient is an equal opportunity employer. We maintain a policy of non-discrimination in providing equal employment to all qualified employees and candidates regardless of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran's status, or other legally protected classification in accordance with applicable federal, state and local law. If you need an accommodation because of a disability to complete an online application, please contact the Avient HR Team by emailing, ApplicationAccommodation@Avient.com.

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • At least 5 years of related experience 
  • Experience with programming and automation 
  • Experience leading in a supervisory 

Preferred Qualifications 

  • Familiarity with Allen-Bradley CompactLogix PLCs and Wonderware Intouch Edge HMIs 
  • Experience with ladder logic programming and troubleshooting
  • Experience with HMI design and troubleshooting
  • Experience with analog and digital sensors (0-10V, 4-20mA, 24VDC, 120VAC)
  • Experience with electrical wiring diagrams
  • Other projects/duties as assigned.
  • What will put you ahead:
    • SQL coding experience
    • Understanding of IP address networking
    • PLC Cabinet design

#CA-AL

Essential Duties & Responsibilities 

  • With minimal to no guidance, actively participates in scale up, process testing plan and procedure, data analysis, and/or communication of results.
  • Develops and modifies process formulations, methods and controls to meet quality standards.
  • Works with new and established products to identify, recommend, and implement improvements, modifications or additions.
  • Documents and prepares production specifications for Avient products.
  • Develops testing for production needs to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Manages successful resolution of plant production issues.

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