Automation Engineer

AUTOMATION ENGINEER IN DES MOINES

Date Posted:

Monday, March 30, 2026 ? Job Snapshot

Employee Type:

Permanent

Location:

Iowa , Des Moines Job Description Automation Engineer

Location:

Tea, SD

Salary:

$90,000-$120,000 About the Role We're looking for an Automation Engineer to help design, build, and improve custom automated manufacturing systems. If you love hands-on problem-solving, working with robotics and PLCs, and seeing your designs come to life on the shop floor, this is the role for you! What You'll Do Design and develop custom automation systems and manufacturing cells Program and support industrial robots for welding, material handling, and finishing Develop, modify, and troubleshoot PLC and HMI programs Integrate sensors, vision systems, conveyors, and safety devices Test, debug, and commission equipment, including on-site startup Work closely with engineering and production teams to solve real-world manufacturing challenges What You Bring Degree or experience in Automation, Electrical, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering Experience with industrial robotics and PLC-based control systems Hands-on troubleshooting and problem-solving skills Strong communication and teamwork skills Bonus Skills Experience with Fanuc, ABB, or KUKA robots Experience with Allen-Bradley or Siemens PLCs Why You'll Love It Hands-on work from design to deployment Opportunity to work on custom, one-of-a-kind automation projects Collaborative, friendly, problem-solving environment Competitive salary: $90,000-$120,000 For further assistance or help please call or email JR at (612) 446-5368 or JR.L.Erickson@GoGpac.com All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.