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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.