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DMC Engineering • Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Salary: $95,000 - $115,000 / year
Role & seniority: Automation Engineer, Levels II & III (3-5+ years experience)
Industrial automation: PLCs, Motion Control, Process Control, HMI, SCADA, Robots, Machine Vision
Platforms: Siemens, Rockwell, Ignition (and similar)
Programming: text-based languages; object-oriented concepts
Other: ITAR-compliant environment; customer-facing communications; project processes
Program applications per DMC standards to meet/exceed customer requirements
Commission solutions at customer sites (domestic/international travel) and troubleshoot electrical/mechanical systems
Support system architecture design; lead or assist on projects; mentor junior engineers; communicate deliverables and maintain client relationships
BS in Mechanical, Electrical, or Computer Engineering (or related), GPA ≥ 3.4
Proficient programming skills (text-based and OO concepts)
3-5+ years in industrial automation (PLCs, HMI/SCADA, motion control, robotics, etc.)
Ability to manage multiple projects and interact with customers
Strong written/verbal communication; proposal development
Experience across multiple industries (including defense)
Knowledge of sales/business development and project lifecycle
Experience with additional platforms/tools (e.g., more PLC/SCADA ecosystems, machine vision, robotics)
Hybrid work arrangement
20-35% travel r
(Hybrid)
Are you ready for a challenge? Do you enjoy programming and working with electrical/mechanical systems? As an Automation Engineer, apply your programming skills and engineering knowledge to develop software solutions that interface with and control hardware. This role combines independent work with collaboration across teams and clients, involving daily communication, project management assistance, and building lasting business relationships.
DMC is a leading engineering consulting firm, delivering high-caliber engineering and custom software development services globally. Specializing in innovative solutions for manufacturing, testing, and product development, our expertise spans industries from aerospace to consumer-packaged goods to healthcare, and more. Our engineers excel in staying ahead of cutting-edge technologies and delivering top notch solutions. We prioritize technical excellence and cultivate a collaborative environment for independent and team-based work, reflecting our commitment to professional growth and providing forward-thinking solutions to clients.
If you have 5+ years of relevant experience, please apply to our Senior Engineer role instead.***
Engineering Levels II & III (3-5+ years relevant experience)
Programs applications in accordance with DMC programming standards and best practices to meet and exceed customer requirements Commissions solutions at customer sites (domestic/international travel as needed), troubleshooting electrical and mechanical systems Works with most industrial PLC/HMI/SCADA platforms (Siemens, Rockwell, Ignition, etc.) Continuously learns relevant technologies with guidance, gaining knowledge in sales, business development, and project processes Supports system architecture design, performs engineering tasks at all stages, and takes on both leading and supporting roles Mentors and technically advises new team members Conveys deliverables to customers through various communication methods and develops and maintains relationships
Engineering Levels II & III (3-5+ years relevant experience)
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Electrical, or Computer Engineering (or related field) Minimum GPA of 3.4 Proficient in programming, including text-based languages and object-oriented concepts Quickly learns new technologies, understands complex systems, and builds on established patterns and models Efficiently manages multiple projects, works directly with customers, and responds to their needs Experience designing projects in industrial automation systems (e.g. PLCs, Motion Control, Process Control, HMI, SCADA, Robots, Machine Vision, etc.) Interest in working across a variety of industries, including defense Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to develop project proposals 20-35% travel required, with additional benefits for higher travel commitment
ITAR Requirements
To conform to U.S. Government commercial space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 8 U.S.C.
1324b(a)(3), applicants for employment at DMC must be a U.S. citizen or national, lawfully admitted for permanent residence into the U.S. (i.e. current green card holder), or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. 1157-1158.
Starting compensation is based on industry, relevant experience and location standards.
Engineer Levels II & III (3-5 years relevant experience): $95,000 - $115,000
Engineering Levels III & Above (5-10 years relevant experience): $115,000 - $165,000+
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