Process and Control Automation Engineer III

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Date: Jul 15, 2025

Location: Carrollton, GA, US, 30117

Company: Southwire Company LLC

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well-being of the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what’s possible?  

Location: CTONSOUTHPARKST

Job Summary

Job Summary/Objective:

The Process and Control Automation Engineer III will be responsible for supporting SCR’s automation design and startup initiatives. This person will collaborate across functions and work to transfer knowledge to SCR customers through training, discussions, presentations, and startup assistance.  

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop, design, maintain, and commission automation and control systems for Industrial Equipment.
  • Design and program logic for PLCs, drive systems, and combustion control systems.
  • Develop SCADA and operator interface applications.
  • Design databases and write custom computer programs for PLC and SCADA system interface.
  • Apply standard procedures to trouble shoot mechanical and electrical components, diagnose and resolve issues.
  • Create project manuals and electrical schematics using CAD.
  • Develop scope of work, cost estimates and budgets for electrical systems.
  • Develop an in-depth knowledge of all aspects of SCR systems such as fluid systems, operations, metallurgy, maintenance, material handling, furnace systems, and hands on machine operation.
  • Lead on-site commissioning of all parts of an SCR system.
  • Transfer know-how to SCR customers through training, discussions, presentations, and startup assistance.

Required Education & Experience

Minimum Education Level:

Bachelor's

Specialized Degree:

Electrical Engineering or related engineering field

Years of Experience:

7+

Field of Expertise:
  • Allen Bradley or Siemens PLC and drive experience.
  • CAD experience with AutoCAD.
  • SCADA system and HMI application experience.
  • Computer programming, networking, database, and reporting skills.

 

Preferred Education & Experience

Minimum Education Level:

Bachelor's

Specialized Degree:

Electrical Engineering

Years of Experience:

10+

Preferred Field of Expertise:

Autocad, PLC programming, Drives, controls, combustion

 

Other Preferred Skills, Licenses, & Certificates:

Molten metal processing

 

Spans of Control

Reports To (Supervisor Title):

Engineering Manager

Does this role Manage Southwire Team Members:

No

Scope:

Single Location

Travel

Travel:

International

% of Time:

Up to 25%

Workplace Setting:

Hybrid (2-3 days a week On Site)

Physical Requirements

☒Carrying/Lifting          20%

      Weight: Up to 25 lbs

☒Driving                       20%

☒Standing                    20%

☒Sitting                        20%

☒Walking                     20%

Working Conditions

☒Office

☒Plant Floor

☒Extreme Heat/Cold

Equipment

☒Computer/Keyboard

☒Safety Glasses

☒Safety Shoes

☒Hard Hat

Competencies

Action Oriented
Balances Stakeholders
Collaborates
Customer Focus
Nimble Learning
Plans and Aligns

Skills

Benefits We Offer:

  • 401k with Matching
  • Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision) 
  • Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays 
  • Long & Short-Term Disability 
  • Supplemental Insurance Plans
  • Employee Assistance Program 
  • Employee Referral Program 
  • Tuition Reimbursement Programs 
  • Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities  
  • Parental Leave 
  • & More 

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.


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