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Storm Technologies

Automation and Controls Engineer I

Pay: $82,500/yr

Posted: 6 weeks ago

Location: Lee's Summit, MO (Hybrid)

Last Updated: 6 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/30/2026

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What they do

A Controls or Valve Technician monitors and repairs gas gauges, pressure valves, and thermostats on manufacturing equipment or machinery.

$66,123 / year median in Missouri

+6% projected growth

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Job Description

We're Hiring:

Automation and Controls Engineer I Position Type:

Salaried Location:

Lee's Summit, MO (Kansas City Metro Area)

Industry Focus:

Cold Storage / Food & Beverage -

Industrial Refrigeration Automation Travel:

~50% (varies by project) Storm Technologies is seeking an Automation and Controls Engineer II to join our team delivering advanced automation solutions for industrial refrigeration systems. If you're passionate about PLC and HMI programming, thrive in a hands-on engineering environment, and want to work in a specialized, high-impact industry — we'd like to hear from you. Our office is located in Lee's Summit, Missouri , just outside of Kansas City. Candidates are preferred to work in-office when not traveling , but we are open to remote candidates who meet the qualifications and can effectively support project and team requirements. What You'll Do Develop and program PLC systems using Rockwell Automation platforms (Ladder Logic) Design and implement HMI applications using: FactoryTalk View FactoryTalk Optix Ignition Interpret control narratives and translate them into fully functional control systems Travel to customer sites (~50%) for: System commissioning Troubleshooting and support Operator training What We're Looking For 1+ years of experience programming and commissioning PLC and HMI systems Proficiency in Ladder Logic development , including building complete PLC programs from written or verbal control narratives Experience with one or more HMI platforms: FactoryTalk View FactoryTalk Optix Ignition Troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team Willingness and ability to travel as project needs dictate Why Join Storm Technologies? At Storm Technologies, you'll be part of a team focused on delivering safe, efficient, and reliable control systems in a critical and growing industry. Our work supports essential infrastructure in food production and cold storage.

We offer:

Competitive compensation Opportunities for professional growth and technical development A collaborative, engineering-focused work environment Exposure to specialized industrial refrigeration systems Learn More About the Industry Interested in learning more about the systems you'll be working on?

Check out this introductory video:

"Industrial Refrigeration System Basics - Ammonia Refrigeration Working Principle" https://youtu.be/peVAaLIJJ6c?si=x2wZtfOg9918wz

HB Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$70,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Vision insurance

Experience:

PLC Programming :

1 year (Preferred)

HMI Development:

1 year (Preferred) Willingness to travel: 50% (Required)

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Lees Summit, MO 64081