Automation Project Engineer Burlington area, NC | Full-time, onsite $100,000-$130,000 first year compensation Relocation assistance available Our client, an established food manufacturer, is adding an Automation Project Engineer to support capital investment and manufacturing growth. Based onsite in the Burlington area and reporting to a Europe-based engineering manager, you'll guide automation projects from planning through installation, commissioning and handover. You'll work with equipment suppliers, plant teams and corporate engineering colleagues to bring new equipment and production systems online. About the opportunity This position offers substantial project ownership while keeping you involved in technical problem solving. Most of the work centers on managing projects and suppliers, with approximately 10-20% involving hands-on controls work and escalated troubleshooting. You'll work across process automation and production equipment, with support from an experienced international engineering team. Engineers with strong technical foundations who are ready to take on broader project responsibility are encouraged to apply. Responsibilities Develop automation and electrical project requirements, scopes and execution plans. Coordinate suppliers and contractors, tracking schedules, budgets and technical requirements. Integrate equipment and controls into plant production systems. Oversee installation, testing, commissioning and handover. Review PLC code and help resolve technical issues when additional expertise is needed. Collaborate with engineering and IT on automation standards, industrial networks and system reliability. Qualifications Approximately five or more years of relevant automation engineering experience. Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field. Hands-on experience with Siemens or Rockwell PLC systems. Background in process automation, machine integration or both. Ability to work independently, coordinate suppliers and communicate effectively across technical teams. Curiosity and willingness to learn unfamiliar equipment and technologies. Food or consumer goods manufacturing experience is preferred. Relevant backgrounds in chemical processing, equipment manufacturing and systems integration will also be considered. Experience with every technology used onsite is not required. Schedule and travel Monday-Friday onsite. Travel up to approximately 25%, including international trips, with initial work expected to be concentrated locally. Occasional support outside normal hours and commissioning work may be required. Apply with your resume for confidential consideration.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$100,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Relocation assistance

Experience:

Food/beverage/CPG Industry:

1 year (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Burlington, NC 27215 (Required)

Work Location:

In person