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Posted July 14, 2026
Graham Personnel Resources

Controls Engineer

Elkin, NC, USA Full Time
Compensation: $80,000 to $120,000 Annually
DOE

Job Posting Status
Active/Visible- Public Job Posting, Preferred, Premier PRN- Request Top 20%, Best Available Candidate
Job Level Department
IT, Production

Job Description

Job description: Job Opening: Automation Controls Engineer Job Type: Full-time
We provide turn-key material handling systems that serve a variety of industries including Distribution, Automotive, Manufacturing and Food & Beverage.We provide conveyor systems, sortation equipment, print & apply label applicators, bar code readers, RFID readers and much more.We provide complete documentation for control system design including control hardware specifications, PLC based control solutions, HMI design, on-site commissioning and training.We also operate an in-house UL Panel Shop, designing and manufacturing our own custom control panels .About This Opportunity As an Automation Controls Engineer at you will manage each controls project from beginning to end. You will execute everything including the controls design, project management, installation, field commissioning and training. This exciting position provides a good balance of both office, shop and field work which will require detailed project leadership skills as well as dedication and motivation. Qualifications for an Automation Controls Engineer: We are looking for well-rounded individuals with the technical background to complete projects from beginning to end. The successful candidate should have the necessary communication skills to effectively interface with customers during installations and provide training after project completion. Required: MUST HAVE working knowledge of Motor Driven Roller conveyor controls systems with multiple manufacturers preferably Itoh and Pulseroller.Extensive experience with carton and pallet conveyor controls including sortation systems, barcode readers, RFID, and HMI design.Working knowledge of PLC programming, PLC hardware and software, (Allen Bradley & DirectSoft/DirectLogic primarily).Ability to travel up to 50-75%.Ability to work nights, weekends and on call as needed.Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or 4 years field experience in lieu of degree.Minimum 2 years related field experience.Must have experience with AutoCAD and the ability to produce and edit drawings as needed.Compensation & Benefits for an Automation Controls Engineer:
DOE 80k-120k Very competitive salary.Other benefits determined by customized individual compensation package.Job Type: Full-time Benefits: Paid time off 8 hour shift Willingness to travel: 75% (Preferred) Work Location: Hybrid remote SCADA, Bar Code Scanning,
SCADA, Bar Code Scanning, Deep understanding of bar code scanning processes in conveyor sortation systems between scanning bar codes and WCS and WMS systems
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