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Associate Automation Engineer

Alpharetta, GA

Shape the Future of Industrial Automation

 

Advance your career with Premier Automation as an Associate Automation Engineer. You can grow your expertise in industrial control systems, PLC programming, and Variable frequency Drive systems. This Broad approach will allow you to develop different skill sets and help you build a career.

 

Premier Automation, headquartered in Monroeville, PA, is a leader in industrial automation and control systems. We are committed to fostering professional growth through hands-on experience, collaboration, and opportunities to work on impactful projects in manufacturing and industrial environments. This position offers a dynamic and rewarding career path in the growing Alpharetta, GA market.

 

Our Benefits Package: Invested in Your Success

We believe in taking care of our team. Here’s how we do it:

  • Comprehensive medical coverage with 100% company-paid deductible
  • Dental and Vision insurance
  • 401(k) with employer match and immediate vesting
  • Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability coverage
  • Paid time off (PTO), 10 paid company holidays, and paid sick leave
  • Parental leave for growing families
  • Work boot stipend and tooling program
  • Education assistance for ongoing professional development
  • $1,000 employee referral bonuses
  • Employee wellness programs and flexible work arrangements

 

 

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Job Details and Perks for an Associate Automation Engineer:

  • Industrial Automation Focus: Take on a full-time, salaried role driving automation projects in the Greater Alpharetta, GA area.  Including the standardized drives products produced in the Alpharetta location.
  • Leadership and Autonomy: Report to the Engineering Department Manager in GA while actively collaborating with the engineers in PA.
  • Flexible Schedule: Monday–Friday hours, with overtime and supervised on-call opportunities to meet client needs.
  • Career Development: Access training, advanced tools, and diverse projects to continually expand your skills.
  • Travel: Occasional travel to PA or Orlando offices, as well as client site visits (Flexibility to travel up to 25%) as required once safety training is completed.

 

 

Key Responsibilities
As an Associate Automation Engineer, you will:

  • Specialize in Siemens systems: Lead the design, implementation, programming, and commissioning of industrial projects primarily utilizing Siemens hardware.
  • Learn the basics of programing and troubleshooting Allen Bradley and Siemens PLCs, HMIs, and Drive systems
  • Work hands-on with industrial automation hardware, including control panels, instrumentation, and motor control systems
  • Project Engineering/Management: Developing an accurate Bill Of Materials, monitoring the supply chain, coordinating with the customer’s feedback, maintaining project schedule with respect to Drawing and BOM revisions.
  • Perform Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT) to ensure system functionality
  • Troubleshoot, modify, and optimize panel configurations and develop an intimate knowledge of UL508A for proper component sizing & selection, conductor sizing, or other customer requirements
  • Coordinate with internal teams and assist with various production testing and tasks.

 

 

Experience and Qualifications
What You’ll Bring:

  • Associates degree in; Electrical Engineering technology, Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering technology, or a related technology field.
  • Prefer a bachelor’s degree in an engineering or technology field, or equivalent experience.
  • Basic understanding of PLC and HMI programming, or understanding of a computer programing language such as C, C++, Python, with desire to learn more
  • willing to work in a manufacturing, heavy industry environment following all site stipulated safety requirements.  (not software development or office automation)
  • Strong troubleshooting skills in industrial control systems
  • focused, methodical and detail oriented workflow, and ability to collaborate in a team environment
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
  • Ability to work in industrial settings, including standing, kneeling, bending, navigating tight spaces, and lifting up to 50 lbs. as needed
  • Flexibility to travel up to 25%, work on-call, and accommodate off-shift hours, including evenings, nights, and weekends as required.

 

Authorization to Work Requirement – Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The company is not able to provide sponsorship for employment visas.

 

This is not a software development or office automation role—candidates must have hands-on experience with industrial control systems, PLCs, and field hardware integration.

 

Employment is conditional on passing a background check and drug screening, subject to applicable laws and regulations.

At Premier Automation, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We believe that our strength lies in the diversity of our team and our inclusive culture that respects, values, and embraces the unique experiences and perspectives of each individual. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply and join us in our mission to foster a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed.

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