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Automation Engineer

Rapid City, SD · On-site

$95K - $130K/yr

Automation Engineer POSITION DESCRIPTION NUMBER: HR-023-33 DEPARTMENT: Engineering REPORTS TO ... Depending on assignment, this may be DCS, PLC, SCADA, BAS, Validation, Manufacturing and Utilities ...

Automation Engineer

Rapid City, SD · On-site

$95K - $130K/yr

Automation Engineer POSITION DESCRIPTION NUMBER: HR-023-33 DEPARTMENT: Engineering REPORTS TO ... Depending on assignment, this may be DCS, PLC, SCADA, BAS, Validation, Manufacturing and Utilities ...

Lead Automation Engineer

Denver, CO · On-site

$105K - $139K/yr

Lead Automation Engineer Education & Experience : Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field ... You'll play a key role in DCS/PLC programming and SCADA/HMI development, while also mentoring ...

They develop I&C design packages, configure DCS/PLC systems IO (often DeltaV, FoxBoro, AB), and support FAT/SFAT/SAT through turnover in line with CSV expectations. The Automation Engineer will ...

Maintain the manufacturing plant controls systems and instrumentation Troubleshooting, configuring, and programming facility automation including DCS (Distributed Control System), PLCs ...

They develop I&C design packages, configure DCS/PLC systems IO (often DeltaV, FoxBoro, AB), and support FAT/SFAT/SAT through turnover in line with CSV expectations. The Automation Engineer will ...

Automation Engineer

Rapid City, SD · On-site

$95K - $130K/yr

Automation Engineer POSITION DESCRIPTION NUMBER: HR-023-33 DEPARTMENT: Engineering REPORTS TO ... Depending on assignment, this may be DCS, PLC, SCADA, BAS, Validation, Manufacturing and Utilities ...

Automation Engineer

Canonsburg, PA · On-site

$42 - $60/hr

Field experience troubleshooting PLC, HMI, DCS programming. Education & Experience: Bachelor's Degree in a technical field Proficiency in design software 5+ years of experience in an automation ...

Develop, modify, and troubleshoot automation logic (PLC, SCADA, DCS) in support of process control ... Collaborate with QA, Validation, Engineering, and IT to support system lifecycle management and ...

Develop, modify, and troubleshoot automation logic (PLC, SCADA, DCS) in support of process control ... Collaborate with QA, Validation, Engineering, and IT to support system lifecycle management and ...

Lead Automation Engineer

Denver, CO · On-site

$105K - $145K/yr

Lead Automation Engineer Education & Experience : Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field ... You'll play a key role in DCS/PLC programming and SCADA/HMI development, while also mentoring ...

Automation Engineer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$105 - $135/hr

Working knowledge of Rockwell Automation's PLC/HMI systems, and Yokogawa or other DCS systems ... Work with OEM and engineering firms to create control panels drawings, and review for accuracy and ...

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Senior Automation Engineer

Raleigh, NC · Hybrid

$93K - $130K/yr

SENIOR AUTOMATION ENGINEER ABOUT US Matrix Technologies, Inc. has been a leading provider of ... Lead the preparation of functional specifications, project test specifications, developing DCS/PLC ...

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How much do trainee dcs automation engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for trainee dcs automation engineer in the United States is $107,126.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $86,500.00 and $123,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Trainee Dcs Automation Engineer vs Junior Dcs Automation Engineer?

AspectTrainee Dcs Automation EngineerJunior Dcs Automation Engineer
QualificationsBasic technical diploma or ongoing trainingDiploma or degree in automation, electrical, or related field
Work ExperienceLimited or no professional experienceSome hands-on experience or internship background
ResponsibilitiesAssisting in system setup and learningPerforming routine automation tasks under supervision
Work EnvironmentTraining environment, entry-level projectsOperational sites, ongoing project involvement

In summary, a Trainee Dcs Automation Engineer is typically in training with limited experience, focusing on learning and assisting, while a Junior Dcs Automation Engineer has some practical experience and handles routine tasks independently within automation projects.

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Infographic showing various Trainee Dcs Automation Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $107,126 per year, or $51.5 per hour.

Automation Engineer

DARCEO Inc

Rapid City, SD • On-site

$95K - $130K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

TITLE OF POSITION:  Automation Engineer
POSITION DESCRIPTION NUMBER:  HR-023-33
DEPARTMENT:  Engineering
REPORTS TO:  Engineering Manager, Project Manager
 
If you are an Automation Engineer with PLC Controller and Robotics experience, please read on!
 
We are a rapidly growing, high speed engineering services company with product and test development in the medical, mil/aero, and high-end industrial spaces. The work is exciting and challenging every day.  Our customers range from fortune 50 companies to startups and across many projects. You can work on satellites, trains, planes, IoT devices to life saving medical devices all in the same week! We are a small team accomplishing great things and are looking for experienced engineers to join our tight knit & growing team.
The Position:
The Automation Engineer is a mid-level professional who is responsible for using technology to improve and streamline a manufacturing process through automation. Depending on their specific assignment, he/she may be a stand-alone contributor who can lead small scale automation projects, provide automation support within a specific area, or provide validation support for automation projects. The incumbent can also integrate into supporting a large-scale project. He/she is recognized as proficient in their field such as specific control systems, instrumentation, process, utilities, or qualification testing. The Automation Engineer I meets customer needs in support of business goals. In addition, he/she supports and collaborates with junior level engineers.
Primary Responsibilities
Project Support - Work within a project team, teamwork, schedule adherence, execution, start-up, commissioning, owner interaction, qualifications
Provide SME Leadership in designated area/field. Depending on assignment, this may be DCS, PLC, SCADA, BAS, Validation, Manufacturing and Utilities Areas.
If assigned as Area lead; Provide support for process issues, troubleshooting, continuous improvement projects, system administration, and providing point of contact to Operations personnel.
Develop standards and provide expertise to management.
Communication - Will be responsible for providing excellent communications (verbal/written) within area of responsibility.
Use/demonstrate problem solving skills to best support and meet the needs within area of responsibility.
Promotes a collaborative and cooperative environment which embraces the ability to work effectively within teams.
Capable of adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices (GxP) - Compliance, Change Control, Quality Oversight, Validation.
After hours support may be required.
Additional duties as assigned/required
System Technical Skills
Allen Bradley PLC/HMI - Design, Configuration, Programming, Troubleshooting, Maintenance, Administration; Ignition SCADA - Design, Configuration, Programming, Troubleshooting, Maintenance, Fanuc Robots- Design, Specifying, Troubleshooting; System Documentation - Drawings, FRS, SDD, URS, SOPs; Qualification / Validation - PLC's, Keysight or Optel Vision systems, Serialization, Packaging Equipment; Wincc7.4 SCADA Design, Configuration, Troubleshooting, Maintenance, Administration; PLC/HMI/ Servo Drive - Design, Configuration, Troubleshooting; PLC/PC Based Electrical Control Panel Design; Industrial Network, IO link , Smart IO.
 
Requirements 
Bachelor’s degree - Engineering, Automation, Computer, Industrial, Manufacturing, Related and 5 years of direct experience in automation engineering and/or validation.
No equivalent combination of education other than what is provided in this section will be accepted.