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Automation Engineer

Interstates Companies
dental insurance, life insurance, parental leave, 401(k)
United States, Colorado, Fort Collins
2636 Midpoint Dr (Show on map)
Dec 06, 2025
Take Charge of Your Career at Interstates At Interstates, we don't just show up to work, we show up for each other. From our headquarters in Iowa to job sites across the country, we're doing award-winning electrical, controls, automation, and OT work that powers industrial facilities for clients here in the U.S. and around the world. Whether you're bending conduit, wiring panels, writing code, supporting projects, or helping things run behind the scenes, you'll be part of a crew that works hard, shares laughs, and takes pride in doing quality work. We believe in building strong teams, doing the right thing, and making a difference in the communities where we live. If you want to grow and do meaningful work, you'll feel at home here. As an Automation Engineer, you'll lead the full lifecycle of industrial automation projects-from planning and design to programming, installation, and commissioning. You will serve as the technical leader, guiding cross-disciplinary teams, delivering innovative control system solutions, and ensuring exceptional client satisfaction. This role combines hands-on technical expertise with project leadership and client collaboration in a fast-paced industrial environment. Responsibilities: Lead design, programming, and implementation of control systems including PLC, HMI, PC-based solutions, and database integration. Prepare drawings, fabrication documents, BOMs, and wiring diagrams per UL standards. Configure, install, troubleshoot, and maintain PC/PLC hardware, software, and customer networks. Collaborate with project managers and cross-disciplinary teams to define project scope, schedule, and deliverables. Conduct site surveys, supervise installation and commissioning, and provide operator training. Build and maintain strong client relationships through presentations, site visits, and technical support. Ensure compliance with project specifications, contracts, and confidentiality requirements. Perform project management tasks on smaller projects as needed. Salary: $105,000 - $120,000 Experience and Education: Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, or Computer Studies; Associate's degree with relevant experience considered. Minimum 2 years of experience in industrial control system programming, implementation, and client interaction; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Strong knowledge of PLC, HMI, PC programming, database systems, field installation, troubleshooting, and project management. Location: Fort Collins, CO (may include occasional hybrid flexibility depending on project needs) Travel: Up to 25% travel may be required for site visits, installation, and client support. Benets You Can Depend On: In addition to highly competitive pay and quality benets, Interstates strives to oer opportunities for education and career development, empowering you to have a career that's built to last. Some of our benets include: Competitive pay Bonus incentives 401(k) Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance PTO and Holiday Pay Disability and Life Insurance Parental Leave Advancement Opportunities What You Should Know Before You Apply Interstates may collect personal information as part of your job application, such as your contact details, work history, education, and any information you provide. This information is used only for recruitment, to evaluate your candidacy, and to meet legal requirements. For details about our privacy practices and your rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), please see ourPrivacy Policy. By applying, you acknowledge that you have reviewed this notice. Interstates is an EEO provider and offers a drug-free workplace. Employment at Interstates is at-will and may be terminated at any time with or without notice or cause, except as otherwise provided by law.