Join CLX Engineering
CLX Engineering designs, installs, commissions, and supports industrial automation and controls systems that power critical infrastructure across the United States.
Our Atlanta team supports Delta Air Lines at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, delivering automation solutions that improve operational efficiency across a wide range of airport systems and processes. From system integration and PLC programming to commissioning, troubleshooting, and modernization, our engineers help support automation technologies that operate in one of the busiest airport environments in the world.
This is a multi-level opportunity (Levels I–III). Whether you're building your engineering career or bringing years of automation experience, we are committed to placing candidates at the level that best aligns with their technical knowledge, experience, and demonstrated capabilities.
What You'll Do
As an Automation Engineer, you'll play a key role in the design, implementation, troubleshooting, commissioning, and continuous improvement of industrial automation systems supporting airport operations.
Responsibilities include:
Controls Engineering & PLC Systems
- Design, develop, modify, and troubleshoot PLC-based control systems supporting airport automation.
- Configure, troubleshoot, and support Allen-Bradley PLC platforms using Studio 5000 and related software.
- Diagnose PLC hardware, I/O systems, relays, and field devices to maintain reliable system performance.
- Develop and implement control system improvements that enhance operational efficiency and long-term system reliability.
- Support system commissioning, testing, validation, and operational improvements.
- Perform root cause analysis and implement permanent corrective actions.
Automation Systems Integration
- Design and integrate industrial automation solutions across electrical, mechanical, and controls systems.
- Configure and troubleshoot Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), encoders, industrial sensors, and networked field devices.
- Configure industrial communication networks and support field device integration.
- Develop, troubleshoot, and support HMI and SCADA applications.
- Collaborate with Controls Field Technicians during installations, commissioning, troubleshooting, and system improvements.
Electrical & Controls Engineering
- Develop, review, and interpret electrical schematics, control drawings, and engineering documentation.
- Support control panel modifications, system upgrades, and electrical integration activities.
- Troubleshoot PLC hardware, I/O modules, motors, relays, and associated field devices.
- Verify system functionality through testing, commissioning, and field validation.
Project Execution
- Support automation projects from design through commissioning.
- Coordinate technical activities with Controls Field Technicians, Project Managers, customers, and airport operations personnel.
- Develop engineering documentation, reports, and technical deliverables.
- Promote engineering best practices and continuous improvement initiatives.
Required Qualifications
We're looking for engineers with a strong technical foundation and a passion for industrial automation.
Qualified candidates should possess:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline (equivalent industry experience may be considered).
- Experience designing, programming, commissioning, or supporting industrial automation systems.
- Strong understanding of industrial automation systems, electrical controls, and PLC-based architectures.
- Ability to read, interpret, and develop electrical schematics, control drawings, and engineering documentation.
- Experience troubleshooting PLC hardware, electrical systems, field devices, and industrial communication networks.
- Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
- Ability to obtain TSA SIDA access and successfully complete required background and drug screenings.
Preferred Experience
Experience with one or more of the following is highly desirable:
PLC & Controls
- Allen-Bradley ControlLogix and CompactLogix
- Studio 5000 / RSLogix
- PLC programming
- PLC troubleshooting
- PLC rack configuration
- I/O troubleshooting
- Relay logic
Automation Systems
- Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
- Digital encoders
- Servo systems
- Ethernet/IP
- Motion control
- Photo eyes
- Vision systems
- IO-Link
HMI & SCADA
- FactoryTalk View
- Ignition
- Wonderware
- HMI development
- SCADA configuration
Industry Experience
- Airport automation
- Material handling systems
- Conveyor systems
- Manufacturing automation
- Distribution and logistics automation
- System commissioning
- Live operational environments
Work Environment
This position is based primarily at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, supporting Delta Air Lines' automated airport systems and infrastructure.
Engineers work in active operational environments where troubleshooting, commissioning, and system improvements must be completed safely while minimizing disruptions to airport operations.
Work may include mechanical spaces, electrical rooms, elevated work areas, and both indoor and outdoor environments. Operational schedules may occasionally require early mornings, nights, weekends, holidays, or extended hours based on project and customer needs.
Level Placement
This is a multi-level position (Levels I–III).
Placement is determined throughout the interview process based on technical knowledge, relevant experience, engineering capability, demonstrated troubleshooting ability, and overall alignment with the responsibilities of each level.
Candidates may be considered for the level that best matches their qualifications and experience.
Why Join CLX Engineering?
- Support automation systems that power one of the world's busiest airports.
- Work on complex industrial automation projects from concept through commissioning.
- Collaborate with experienced engineers and technical professionals.
- Build your career in an environment that values technical excellence, continuous improvement, and professional growth.
Pay: $72,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- How Many years of Allen-Bradley PLC Experience?
- How many years of Studio 5000 experience do you have?
- How many years of reading electrical schematics do you have?
Experience:
- Controls Engineering: 2 years (Required)
- PLC: 2 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Atlanta, GA 30358 (Required)
Work Location: In person
