Find & Apply For Manufacturing Engineer Jobs in Altavista, Virginia

Join a Team That Solves Real-World Problems At Altavista Instruments & Controls (AIC) , we help municipalities, manufacturers, utilities, and industrial facilities improve reliability, efficiency, and performance through automation, controls, SCADA, and industrial technology solutions. As a locally owned company, we're proud to support the industries, businesses, and communities that keep Central Virginia running. Our team works on a wide variety of projects, giving employees the opportunity to learn new technologies, develop new skills, and make a direct impact for our customers. We're looking for an Automation Engineer who enjoys solving problems, learning new things, and working with customers to find practical solutions. Whether your experience comes from controls engineering, manufacturing, industrial maintenance, automation, system integration, or a related technical field, we'd love to hear from you. If you enjoy technology, like figuring out how things work, and take pride in delivering quality solutions, we'd like to meet you. This position is based in Altavista, Virginia. Relocation assistance is not available for this role, and candidates should be able to reliably commute to our office and customer sites. What You'll Do As an Industrial Automation Engineer, you'll work with customers and internal project teams to design, implement, troubleshoot, and support automation solutions across a variety of industries.

Typical responsibilities include:

Developing and supporting PLC, HMI, and SCADA solutions Designing operator interfaces, dashboards, alarms, reports, and system visualizations Integrating PLCs, instrumentation, field devices, and industrial equipment Supporting system upgrades, modernization efforts, and new installations Assisting with data collection, reporting, and database integrations Participating in startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, and customer support activities Working directly with customers to understand operational needs and recommend practical solutions Preparing project documentation and supporting long-term system maintenance Contributing ideas that improve engineering processes, standards, and project execution No two projects are exactly alike, which means you'll have opportunities to work with a wide variety of technologies, industries, and customer challenges. What We're Looking For We know great candidates don't always check every box. If you have a strong technical foundation, enjoy learning, and have experience working with industrial equipment, controls, or automation systems, we encourage you to apply. Core Qualifications Experience with industrial controls, automation systems, manufacturing equipment, SCADA, or related technologies Experience with PLCs, HMIs, electrical controls, instrumentation, or process equipment Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills Ability to communicate effectively with customers and team members A willingness to learn new technologies and take on new challenges Valid driver's license and ability to travel to customer sites as needed Bonus Experience Any experience with the following is helpful, but not required: Ignition SCADA Allen-Bradley / Rockwell Automation platforms SQL databases and reporting tools Python or other scripting languages Industrial networking Data integration and reporting systems Water/wastewater, manufacturing, or industrial process environments Automation-related certifications Why Join AIC? At AIC, you'll work on projects that help customers operate essential facilities and infrastructure safely, efficiently, and reliably. We operate using the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) , providing clear expectations, accountability, and opportunities for employees to take ownership of their work and contribute to company growth. We invest in our people through: Professional development and continuing education Industry certifications and technical training Career advancement opportunities Exposure to a wide variety of technologies and industries A collaborative, team-oriented work environment Competitive compensation and benefits Most importantly, you'll join a team where your ideas matter, your contributions are recognized, and your work has a direct impact on both our customers and our community. Don't Meet Every Qualification? If you're excited about the role but your experience doesn't perfectly match every item listed above, we still encourage you to apply. We're looking for capable, motivated people who are eager to learn and grow.

Pay:

$80,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Work Location:

In person