Entry Level Automation Engineer (2027)
About this role
(Hybrid)
Description
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.
This role is for any entry level engineer (0-3 years of experience) looking for a position in 2027. We have an exceptional onboarding and training program to help align your skillset with our technical offerings.
Responsibilities:
- All engineers at DMC focus on programming and software solutions, such as:
- Controls programming including food and beverage processing and packaging, automotive assembly lines, and packaging machinery controls
- Design and develop automated test systems using LabVIEW, TestStand, C#, and Python for a variety of industries and applications, including, EV battery, aerospace and rocket, turnkey, and cloud-enabled test and measurement systems
- Consult with clients on status updates, maintaining positive rapport while addressing requests
- Travel to customer manufacturing sites for solution commissioning, including troubleshooting electrical and mechanical systems
- Collaborate with project teams of varying sizes and experience levels
- Assist senior engineers in scoping, estimating, and proposing new projects
- Manage tasks with project teams, prioritizing needs and addressing risks and roadblocks
- Develop and grow leadership skills
- Note: 25-50% travel is required for some positions, with additional benefits for higher travel commitment
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Engineering, or related field
- Minimum GPA of 3.4
- Interest and ability to program in text-based languages and object-oriented concepts
- Quick learner with a strong desire for continuous improvement
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for internal and external collaboration
Additional Information:
- Benefits/Culture/Bonuses and More!
- Office Locations
- Starting an Engineering Career at DMC, Inc.
- DMC Website
- Engineering Blogs
- Additional Career Opportunities
Compensation is based on relevant experience, industry and location standards.
Company at a glance
DMC is an established project-based engineering and software development firm founded in 1996 serving customers worldwide from our offices in Chicago, Austin, Boston, Cincinnati, Dallas, Denver, Houston, Nashville, New York City, San Diego, Seattle, St. Louis, and Washington, D.C. We provide and develop a range of software and engineering services for a broad spectrum of industries. DMC maintains premier technology partnerships with Microsoft, Siemens, and National Instruments.
Manufacturing Automation & Intelligence Services
DMC programs the systems that keep factory floors running, including PLCs, Servos, Robotics, and more.
Test and Measurement Automation Services
DMC develops automated test systems for data acquisition, end of line quality control, and research and development using LabVIEW programming for off-the-shelf and custom hardware.
Application Development Services
DMC programs PC, mobile, web, and database applications.
Embedded Programming and Development Services
Our product development services include circuit design and embedded programming.
Digital Workplace Solutions
DMC helps clients understand Microsoft software capabilities, put structure around business processes, and extend & integrate software platforms. We are experts at delivering SharePoint, Office 365, CRM, .NET, and Azure solutions.
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