Automation Engineer
uft· SCADA
About this role
At Tesco Controls (a UFT company), our culture is grounded in the idea that the how we achieve results is just as important as the results themselves. Our winning behaviors guide the way we work, collaborate, and grow—both as individual employees and as a team. Our core winning behaviors are to Build Relationships, have a Relentless Drive for Results, to Communicate with Integrity and Focus, and to Be a Mentor, Teacher, Learner. These behaviors are more than words—they are the foundation of our success and continued growth.
Here, you’ll join a stable, growing company where your work directly supports cleaner water, stronger communities, and critical infrastructure across the country. If you want meaningful work, real growth opportunities, and a team that takes pride in doing the right thing—you’ll find it here. Apply today and help power the systems that keep our world running.
Tesco Controls is seeking an Automation Engineer to support the development and implementation of control systems for water and wastewater treatment processes. This role involves designing and programming PLC, OIT, and SCADA applications based on engineering drawings and specifications, ensuring accurate and efficient system functionality. The position includes responsibilities for bench and panel testing to validate performance against project requirements, as well as assisting with on-site startup and troubleshooting. This is an excellent opportunity to apply technical expertise in a hands-on, collaborative environment while contributing to critical infrastructure projects.
What you will do:
Write PLC and SCADA operating programs based upon control specification and/or Tesco standards to assure safe, reliable and optimal equipment operation
Write (publish) concise operating instructions detailing; control parameters and their effects under normal and failure conditions
Provide technical assistance (phone or job-site) to verify and/or modify PLC/SCADA programs
Work with various departments internally, along with consulting engineers, customers and end-users to assure proper programming for the system layouts and designs
Analyze and interpret existing programs and documentation for project modifications
Ensure assignments and work schedules follow policy and procedures
Communicate effectively to a wide range of internal and external contacts
Support multiple smaller scaled projects
Provide weekly content and job status reports used with scheduling tools
Execute successful unassisted start-ups of complex sites
Demonstrates ability to perform technical leadership role on projects
Assigned to perform quality checks for projects engineered by peers
Ability to conduct customer facing workshops and trainings
All other duties assigned
Demonstrated Skills:
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for the Automation Engineer role at uft?
The listed salary for this Automation Engineer position at uft is USD 44–65. This is an Full time role.
Where is the Automation Engineer position at uft located?
This Automation Engineer role at uft is based in DeKalb, GA. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Automation Engineer role at uft full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Automation Engineer role in the SCADA department at uft.
Which team or department does the Automation Engineer at uft belong to?
This Automation Engineer position is part of the SCADA department at uft. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Automation Engineer position at uft?
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When was the Automation Engineer job at uft posted?
This Automation Engineer position at uft was posted on Jun 2, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Automation Engineer
uft · 💰 USD 44–65
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