Junior Controls Engineer

Piper Companies is seeking a Junior Controls Engineer to join a growing industrial automation team within an advanced equipment manufacturer for a permanent, onsite position based out of Raleigh, NC . The Junior Controls Engineer will support the development of modern control systems for automated machinery, working closely with senior engineers in an R D-driven, product-focused environment. Responsibilities of the Junior Controls Engineer include:

• Contribute to PLC software development for automated equipment using ladder logic and structured text.
• Assist with debugging and troubleshooting electrical and controls-related issues on machinery and panels.
• Support integration of sensors, drives, motion components, and vision systems into machine control programs.
• Participate in small project or feature ownership, delivering assigned controls functionality from design through testing.
• Collaborate with senior controls engineers to follow software standards, version control, and deployment processes. Qualifications for the Junior Controls Engineer include:
• 1-3 years of experience or strong internship/co-op exposure in controls engineering or automation.
• Familiarity with PLC programming concepts beyond basic ladder logic.
• Interest in modern controls practices such as structured text, modular code, and source control.
• Exposure to at least one PLC platform, with willingness to learn additional vendors and tools.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.

Compensation for the

Junior Controls Engineer:

Salary Range:

$80,000-$125,000/year (USD) + 5% annual bonus

Comprehensive Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), PTO, and additional benefits This job opens for applications on 5/8/26. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

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