Industrial Automation Engineer - Crane Systems

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent industry experience.
• Five or more years of controls engineering experience, preferably involving overhead cranes, lifting equipment, or heavy industrial systems.
• Experience with:
• PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar platforms)
• HMI and SCADA systems
• Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
• Industrial motor control systems
• Ability to develop and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control system documentation.
• Experience with industrial communication networks such as Ethernet/IP, Modbus, or similar protocols.
• Strong understanding of crane motion control including hoist, trolley, and bridge functions.
• Familiarity with CMAA, NEC, and ASME standards.

Additional Information

Industrial Automation Engineer - Material Handling Systems Location: Ashland, VA (Onsite) Schedule: Monday-Friday | 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire (6-Month Evaluation Period) Compensation: Starts at $39.00 per hour, based on experience and technical qualifications Position Summary We are seeking a skilled Industrial Automation Engineer to support the design, implementation, and optimization of control systems used in overhead lifting and material-handling equipment. This role is responsible for developing reliable automation solutions, supporting equipment modernization efforts, and ensuring safe and efficient system performance in industrial environments. The successful candidate will contribute to both new equipment projects and upgrades to existing systems, working closely with engineering, operations, and field personnel throughout the project lifecycle. What Success Looks Like The ideal candidate will successfully deliver automation solutions that improve equipment reliability, maintain regulatory compliance, and support safe operation of material-handling systems. This role is best suited for an engineer who enjoys combining controls design, system integration, troubleshooting, and project collaboration in a dynamic industrial environment.

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