Automation Engineer at DSI Innovations — Columbia, SC

Why Join DSI Innovations?

At DSI Innovations, you’re not just another field tech—you’re a trusted expert solving real-world automation challenges in critical manufacturing environments. As a growing systems integrator, DSI invests in top-tier talent, offers high-impact technical work, and supports long-term career growth in a flexible, team-oriented culture. If you want exposure to advanced automation technologies, meaningful customer relationships, and a company that values expertise and integrity, DSI stands out.

What sets DSI apart:

• 401(k) with company match
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• HSA, FSA, and dependent care options
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• All travel expenses covered + mileage reimbursement
• High-visibility work supporting essential production systems

What You’ll Do

• Design, develop, maintain, and troubleshoot control systems for industrial automation applications including PLCs, HMIs, drives, and networks
• Create and sustain automation and control system architectures
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and system owners to ensure projects are completed on-time and within budget
• Conduct testing and commissioning of automation systems
• Analyze system requirements for industrial automated manufacturing control systems

This is a customer-facing Automation Engineer role supporting industrial automation environments.

Minimum Qualifications Required

• Experience with a proven track record in Automation or Electrical Engineering
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience working with motion control systems, and electrical control panel design
• Experience designing, developing, and troubleshooting automated manufacturing equipment/systems in industrial manufacturing facilities
• Knowledge of PLC programming, HMI design, industrial networks and ability to read electrical schematics, P&IDs and general engineering documents/drawings

Preferred Experience

This role is ideal for candidates with experience as an Automation Engineer, Controls Engineer, or Electrical Engineer working with:

• PLCs (Allen-Bradley / Rockwell, Siemens, ControlLogix, PlantPAx)
• SCADA systems (Ignition, FactoryTalk View, Wonderware, WinCC, iFix)
• Industrial automation and systems integration
• Robotics (Fanuc, ABB, KUKA, Universal Robots, Yaskawa / Motoman)
• Drives, servos, and motion control
• DCS and industrial control systems

About DSI Innovations

DSI Innovations is a technical services company specializing in system design, implementation, and commissioning for industrial control and data systems. We focus on solving complex automation challenges while building long-term, mutually beneficial relationships with our customers and employees.

If you’re an Automation/Electrical Engineer looking for challenging automation work, strong compensation, and a company that values expertise and relationships, we encourage you to apply.