Controls & Automation Engineer

Job Description
Apollo Technical is seeking a skilled Controls & Automation Engineer in Mableton, GA to lead engineering
efforts that improve equipment reliability, drive process improvements, and support facility safety and compliance.
You'll play a hands-on role in designing, programming, and optimizing complex control systems within a high-speed manufacturing environment.
Salary Range: $140,000 - $160,000+
Key Responsibilities

• Program PLCs (Rockwell/Siemens), HMIs, VFDs, and SCADA systems; develop machine safety systems and troubleshoot equipment.
• Conduct root cause analysis, interpret production data, and implement solutions to improve operational efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Oversee automation and equipment upgrade projects from concept through implementation, managing schedules and budgets.
• Design mechanical components, analyze prototypes, and support CAD drafting efforts for custom machinery and system enhancements.
• Identify and mitigate safety risks, implement safety systems, and support compliance with all regulatory requirements.

Qualifications
Required

• Bachelors in Electrical, Mechanical, or Software Engineering
• 4+ years of PLC design/programming (Rockwell/Siemens), VFDs, and motion control
• Experience with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and industrial networks (Ethernet/IP)

Preferred

• Master's degree
• 8-10 years in automation systems
• Six Sigma or Functional Safety Certification (FSCP)

Ideal Traits

• Independent, creative problem-solver
• Strong leadership and project management skills
• Results-driven and committed to continuous improvement

Additional Info

• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM (some on-call and travel required)
• Supervision: Direct oversight of 1-2 employees, with indirect leadership of 7-9 technicians

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