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Entry Level Automation Engineer at DMC Engineering
Any DMC Office LocationFull-timeAutomationPosted 5 months ago
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">(Hybrid)</span> <br><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Description</span> </strong><br><span data-contrast="auto">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. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></p>
<p><em><span data-contrast="auto">This role is for any entry level engineer (0-3 years of experience). We have an exceptional onboarding and training program to help align your skillset with our technical offerings.</span></em><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></p>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Responsibilities: </span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></p>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Understands complex system designs including ability to troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems</span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">All engineers at DMC focus on programming and software solutions, such as:</span>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Controls programming including <a href="https://www.dmcinfo.com/industries/food-and-beverage/" target="_blank"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">food and beverage processing and packaging</span></span></a><span data-contrast="auto">, </span><a href="https://www.dmcinfo.com/industries/automotive/" target="_blank"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">automotive assembly lines</span></span></a><span data-contrast="auto">, and </span><a href="https://www.dmcinfo.com/industries/packaging-machinery/" target="_blank"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">packaging machinery controls</span></span></a></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span class="TextRun SCXW173271940 BCX8" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW173271940 BCX8">Develop autom</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW173271940 BCX8">a</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW173271940 BCX8">ted test systems for a variety of industries and applications, including, </span></span><a class="Hyperlink SCXW173271940 BCX8" href="https://www.dmcinfo.com/services/test-and-measurement-automation/battery-pack-and-bms-test-systems" target="_blank"><span class="TextRun Underlined SCXW173271940 BCX8" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW173271940 BCX8" data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">EV battery test systems</span></span></a><span class="TextRun SCXW173271940 BCX8" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun CommentStart SCXW173271940 BCX8">, </span></span><a class="Hyperlink SCXW173271940 BCX8" href="https://www.dmcinfo.com/latest-thinking/blog/id/10450/dmc-and-nasas-journey-to-the-stars" target="_blank"><span class="TextRun Underlined SCXW173271940 BCX8" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW173271940 BCX8" data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">aerospace and rocket test</span></span></a><span class="TextRun SCXW173271940 BCX8" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW173271940 BCX8">, </span></span><a class="Hyperlink SCXW173271940 BCX8" href="https://www.dmcinfo.com/services/test-and-measurement-automation/automated-test-stand-design" target="_blank"><span class="TextRun Underlined SCXW173271940 BCX8" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW173271940 BCX8" data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">turnkey test system</span></span></a><span class="TextRun SCXW173271940 BCX8" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW173271940 BCX8">, and </span></span><a class="Hyperlink SCXW173271940 BCX8" href="https://www.dmcinfo.com/services/test-and-measurement-automation/cloud-enabled-test-measurement-systems" target="_blank"><span class="TextRun Underlined SCXW173271940 BCX8" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW173271940 BCX8" data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">cloud-enabled test and measurement systems</span></span></a><span class="EOP SCXW173271940 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Collaborate with project teams of varying sizes and experience levels</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Assist senior engineers in scoping, estimating, and proposing new projects</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Manage tasks with project teams, prioritizing needs and addressing risks and roadblocks</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Consult with clients on status updates, maintaining positive rapport while addressing requests</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Travel to customer manufacturing sites for solution commissioning, including troubleshooting electrical and mechanical systems</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Develop and grow leadership skills</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Note: 25-50% travel is required for some positions, with additional benefits for higher travel commitment<span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Requirements</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> <br><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"><em>Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship now or in the future.</em></span><br></span></p>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="12" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Engineering, or related field </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="12" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Minimum GPA of 3.4</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="12" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Strong background in mechanical and/or electrical engineering fundamentals <span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="12" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Interest and ability to program in text-based languages and object-oriented concepts <span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="12" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Quick learner with a strong desire for continuous improvement <span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="12" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Strong written and verbal communication skills for internal and external collaboration<span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="12" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":240,"335559739":240}">Access to a reliable vehicle for work-related travel</span></li>
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<p><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"><strong>ITAR Requirements<br></strong>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. </span></p>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Additional Information:</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></p>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":1440,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="2"><a href="https://www.dmcinfo.com/careers/#culture" target="_blank"><em><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">Benefits/Culture/Bonuses and </span><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">M</span><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">ore!</span></span></em></a></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":1440,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="2"><a href="https://www.dmcinfo.com/contact/#our-offices" target="_blank"><em><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">Office Locations</span></span></em></a></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":1440,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="2"><a href="https://www.dmcinfo.com/" target="_blank"><em><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">DMC Website</span></span></em></a></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":1440,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="2"><a href="https://www.dmcinfo.com/blog/" target="_blank"><em><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">Engineering Blogs</span></span></em></a></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":1440,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="2"><a href="https://www.dmcinfo.com/careers/open-positions/" target="_blank"><em><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">Additional </span><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">C</span><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">areer </span><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">O</span><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">pportunities</span></span></em></a><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
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<p><span data-ccp-props="{}"> #LI-Hybrid</span></p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p>Compensation is based on relevant experience, industry and location standards.</p></div><div class="title">Salary Range</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$83,000</span><span class="divider">—</span><span>$95,000 USD</span></div></div></div>
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