Automation Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in PLC programming, HMI development, and system commissioning
• Support project scope, schedule, and deliverables
• Collaborate with internal and external engineering teams
• Help develop technical documentation (QA/QC, test plans)
• Participate in BUAT/UAT/FAT testing and post-installation support
• Contribute to customer training and troubleshooting

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field
• Up to 4 years of experience in controls engineering or material handling
• Exposure to Allen-Bradley PLCs and Wonderware Aveva Edge (or similar HMI platforms)
• Experience or interest in post and parcel operations (preferred)

Technical Skills (Preferred)

PLC & HMI:

• Allen-Bradley
• Beckhoff
• Wonderware Aveva Edge
• FactoryTalk View

Drives & Interfaces:

• VFDs
• Cognex/SICK scanners
• Machine vision systems

Software Tools:

• Studio 5000
• RSLinx
• AutoCAD Electrical
• B&R Automation Studio

Networking:

• Ethernet/IP
• Profibus
• WCS integration

Other Tools:

• Ignition
• SOPAS
• SST Profibus Config Tool
• Datalogic DataMan

Soft Skills

• Willingness to travel extensively and work in dynamic environments (~90% travel)
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Eagerness to learn and collaborate across teams

With almost four decades of experience as a proven industry leader, Acro continues to be consistently recognized among the Best & Brightest Companies to Work for in the United States. As an international professional services firm with deep expertise in consulting and staff augmentation offering a variety of solutions including MSP, VMS, RPO, HRO (and more), Acro operates across North America, Europe, and Asia from over 30 locations. Acro’s client portfolio includes some of the most well-known names in business and provides services across all verticals including technology, aerospace, energy, automotive, government, and manufacturing. To learn more, please visit

Company Description

With almost four decades of experience as a proven industry leader, Acro continues to be consistently recognized among the Best & Brightest Companies to Work for in the United States. As an international professional services firm with deep expertise in consulting and staff augmentation offering a variety of solutions including MSP, VMS, RPO, HRO (and more), Acro operates across North America, Europe, and Asia from over 30 locations. Acro’s client portfolio includes some of the most well-known names in business and provides services across all verticals including technology, aerospace, energy, automotive, government, and manufacturing. To learn more, please visit