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Automation Engineer

Lebanon, IN · On-site

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El Segundo, CA · On-site

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Horsham, PA · On-site

May provide guidance and assistance to entry-level Engineers. Responsibilities and Duties: Execute the design, development, and technical support of automation solutions adhering to industry ...

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Madison, IN

$20/hr

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Horsham, PA · On-site

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May provide guidance and assistance to entry-level Engineers. Responsibilities and Duties: * Execute the design, development, and technical support of automation solutions adhering to industry ...

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Entry Level Automation Travel Engineer

DMC Engineering

Washington, DC • Hybrid

$89K - $101K/yr

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

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Description
Interested in a role where you can travel extensively and be at the center of real-world engineering work? In this position, you will spend your time at customer sites solving problems in the field and helping bring complex systems to life.

This travel-focused role includes additional compensation and benefits designed to support a project-based schedule.

About DMC
DMC is a leading engineering consulting firm delivering high-caliber engineering and custom software solutions to clients around the world. We specialize in innovative systems for manufacturing, testing, and product development across industries including aerospace, consumer products, healthcare, and more. Our engineers work at the forefront of emerging technologies, building practical, high-impact solutions in fast-paced environments. We prioritize technical excellence and foster a collaborative culture that supports both independent ownership and team-based problem solving.

This role is for any entry level engineer (0-3 years of experience). We have an exceptional onboarding and training program to help align your skillset with our technical offerings.

Responsibilities:

  • Understands complex system designs including ability to troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems
  • All engineers at DMC focus on programming and software solutions, such as:
    • Controls programming including food and beverage processing and packaging, automotive assembly lines, and packaging machinery controls
    • Develop automated test systems for a variety of industries and applications, including, EV battery test systems, aerospace and rocket test, turnkey test system, and cloud-enabled test and measurement systems
  • Collaborate with project teams of varying sizes and experience levels
  • Assist senior engineers in scoping, estimating, and proposing new projects
  • Manage tasks with project teams, prioritizing needs and addressing risks and roadblocks
  • Consult with clients on status updates, maintaining positive rapport while addressing requests
  • Travel to customer manufacturing sites for solution commissioning, including troubleshooting electrical and mechanical systems
  • Develop and grow leadership skills

Note: This role is designed for engineers interested in 90% - 100% travel, with the majority of time spent onsite at customer facilities. Vacation accrual is higher than our typical engineering positions.

Requirements
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship now or in the future.

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Engineering, or related field
  • Minimum GPA of 3.4
  • Strong background in mechanical and/or electrical engineering fundamentals
  • Interest and ability to program in text-based languages and object-oriented concepts
  • Quick learner with a strong desire for continuous improvement
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for internal and external collaboration
  • Ability and willingness to travel 90% - 100% for your first 18 months at DMC
    • After 18 months, there will be an option to transition into a standard engineering role with 30%-40% travel
  • Access to a reliable vehicle for work-related travel

ITAR Requirements
To conform to U.S. Government commercial space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3), applicants for employment at DMC must be a U.S. citizen or national, lawfully admitted for permanent residence into the U.S. (i.e. current green card holder), or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. § 1157-1158.

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Compensation is based on relevant experience, industry and location standards.

Salary Range
$89,000—$101,000 USD