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PLC Programmer
Confidential —Durham, NC
- $80,237.56 - $140,630.18 a year
- Full-time
- English
- SQL
- In-person
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Stationary Engineer - II
NVT Technologies, Inc. —Durham, NC
- From $42.09 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- Microsoft Outlook
- 5 years
- Pass drug screening
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Project Engineer
Bronswerk Group —Raleigh, NC
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 5 years
- Computer literacy
- System design
- 401(k)
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Sr. Hardware Engineer-North Carolina
Allied Telesis —Cary, NC
- $110,000 - $130,000 a year
- Full-time
- 6 years
- Research
- Mentoring
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Civil Designer
CLH Design, P.A. —Cary, NC
- 8 hour shift
- Background check
- Civil engineering
- Microsoft Excel
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Automation Engineer
CBRE —Durham, NC
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- System design
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
ServiceNow Admin/Dev
Ralliant —Raleigh, NC
- $104,300 - $193,700 a year
- Remote
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Continuous improvement
Data Engineer
GEI Consultants —Cary, NC
- $90,000 - $150,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- SQL
- 4 years
- Profit sharing
- Commuter assistance
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Site Reliability Engineer
Cisco Systems —Research Triangle Park, NC
- $137,000 - $277,600 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Azure
- Computer Science
- 5 years
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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IT Systems Engineer - Fabric & Power Platform
Ralliant —Raleigh, NC
- $83,400 - $155,000 a year
- Remote
- Azure
- Microsoft Outlook
- Computer Science
Sr. Maintenance Technician
CBRE —Durham, NC
- $38.90 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Analytics Architect
InterWorks —Durham, NC
- $130,000 - $160,000 a year
- Remote
- SQL
- Mentoring
- Senior level
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AI/ML Engineer (Hybrid)
Cisco Systems —Research Triangle Park, NC
- $137,000 - $277,600 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Computer science
- Azure
- Computer Science
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Program Manager, Delivery - CCaaS
TELUS Digital —Durham, NC
- $124,800 - $156,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- 7 years
- Continuous improvement
- Travel
Software Engineer – Controls Embedded Technology
FlexGen —Durham, NC
- Full-time
- Computer Science
- Software troubleshooting
- Mid-level
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Lab Support Senior Engineer
Dell Technologies —Durham, NC
- $96,800 - $145,000 a year
- Full-time
- Windows
- Team management
- Mentoring
Electronics Engineer
Danfoss —Durham, NC
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Programmable logic controllers
UI/UX Developer
Sciome —Research Triangle Park, NC
- Email
- Computer Science
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Junior Engineer, AI Automation
Cypress Creek Renewables —Durham, NC
- Email
- Hybrid work
- Salesforce
- Office
- AWS
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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DevOps Engineer
WalkMe —Raleigh, NC
- $100,000 - $150,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Computer science
- Computer Science
- Mid-level
- Health insurance

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PLC Programmer

Confidential -
Durham, NC

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Job Details

Full-time
$80,237.56 - $140,630.18 a year

Benefits

Health savings account
Paid holidays
Relocation assistance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Flexible schedule
Life insurance
Referral program

Qualifications

Material handling systems
CAD software
Industrial controls
Engineering equipment malfunctions diagnostics
Human-machine interface (HMI) systems
Electrical drafting for control systems projects
Machine vision systems
Conveyor systems
Fanuc
Electronic sensors
Machine troubleshooting
Electrical schematic reading and interpretation
English
Industrial equipment troubleshooting
PLC systems installation and repair
PLC programming
Network protocols
Ethernet
Vision inspection system
Conveyor belts
Electrical troubleshooting
Motor control equipment
Electrical drafting for industrial equipment projects
PLC networking
Sensors
Production troubleshooting

Full Job Description

Senior Controls Engineer – Embedded Customer SupportOverview

We are a national robotics and automation firm seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to serve as a full-time embedded resource at one of our largest customer accounts. This individual will act as the primary controls authority on-site and will be responsible for all automation projects and support activities the customer assigns.

This is a fast-paced, high-ownership role requiring strong technical expertise, urgency, and the ability to work independently while representing our company directly to the customer. The majority of work involves conveyor systems, ASRS equipment, and material handling automation.

Required Work Schedule:

Night Shift 6PM to 6AM
2-2-3 biweekly schedule (2 days on, 2 off, 3 on, 2 off, 2 on, 3 off)
Every other weekend is required.

Key Responsibilities

Serve as the lead and primary controls engineer embedded at a customer site.
Own and execute all automation and controls projects assigned by the customer.
Design, program, debug, and support PLC-based control systems for conveyor and ASRS equipment.
Troubleshoot and optimize existing automation systems to minimize downtime and improve performance.
Develop, maintain, and troubleshoot HMI and SCADA systems.
Configure and integrate motion control systems, including servo motors, VFDs, and drives.
Support commissioning, startups, upgrades, and system modifications.
Create, review, and interpret electrical schematics and field wiring documentation.
Program and troubleshoot robotic systems (FANUC preferred).
Work with industrial communication protocols such as EtherNet/IP, Modbus, Profinet.
Ensure systems comply with applicable industrial safety standards (ISO 13849, NFPA 79, UL 508A).
Collaborate with customer stakeholders, mechanical engineers, electricians, and internal project teams.
Provide clear technical communication and documentation to both the customer and internal teams.

Required Skills & Experience

Strong proficiency in PLC programming, primarily Allen‑Bradley and Siemens TIA portal.
Extensive experience with conveyor systems, material handling automation.
Experience with motion control systems, including servos, VFDs.
Solid understanding of industrial sensors (photoelectric, inductive, capacitive, ultrasonic).
Ability to read, modify, and create electrical schematics.
Advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in live production environments.
Experience integrating machine vision systems (Cognex, Keyence, IRVision).
Knowledge of industrial networking and communication protocols:
EtherNet/IP
Modbus
Profibus / DeviceNet
No Travel required for this job

Nice-to-Have Skills

Robotic programming experience (FANUC).
SCADA development experience (Ignition, FactoryTalk View, Wonderware).
Experience with SQL databases for industrial data collection.
Familiarity with Python or C# for automation scripting.
Experience with AutoCAD Electrical or EPLAN.
Exposure to Industrial IoT (IIoT) and Industry 4.0 initiatives.
Background in manufacturing, packaging, logistics, or distribution automation.

Work Environment & Expectations

This role is primarily on-site at the customer facility as an embedded engineer.
You will function as a trusted technical partner to the customer.
No travel
A strong sense of urgency, ownership, and professionalism is essential.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range: $95,000 – $140,000 per year (based on experience)
Full-time, salaried position

Benefits Include:

Health, dental, and vision insurance starting the 1st of the month after hire
Health Savings Account (HSA) option
Generous paid time off (vacation and sick leave)
Paid holidays
401(k) retirement savings plan
Ongoing professional development opportunities

Why Join Us

We value teamwork, accountability, and technical excellence. If you enjoy taking ownership, working directly with customers, and solving complex automation challenges in real-world environments, this role offers long-term stability and impact.

Apply today to join a growing automation team supporting industry-leading systems.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Relocation assistance
Vision insurance

Experience:

PLC Programming: 7 years (Required)
FANUC robot programming: 4 years (Required)
AutoCAD: 4 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Pay: $80,237.56 - $140,630.18 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Experience:

PLC Programming: 5 years (Required)

Language:

English (Required)

Location:

Durham, NC 27713 (Required)

Ability to Commute:

Durham, NC 27713 (Required)

Work Location: In person

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controls engineer jobs in durham, nc

PLC Programmer

Stationary Engineer - II

Project Engineer

Sr. Hardware Engineer-North Carolina

Civil Designer

Automation Engineer

ServiceNow Admin/Dev

Data Engineer

Site Reliability Engineer

IT Systems Engineer - Fabric & Power Platform

Sr. Maintenance Technician

Analytics Architect

AI/ML Engineer (Hybrid)

Program Manager, Delivery - CCaaS

Software Engineer – Controls Embedded Technology

Lab Support Senior Engineer

Electronics Engineer

UI/UX Developer

Junior Engineer, AI Automation

DevOps Engineer

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