Automation Engineer Jobs in Mississippi
Automation Engineer jobs in Mississippi are open across Columbus, Clinton, and Ellisville and other Mississippi metros, with employers like Steel Dynamics, CVS Health, and Linde hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
- Manage multiple production and reporting SQL servers for process setups, tracking and continuous data logging.
- Develop, improve and troubleshoot data flow and ETL pipelines.
- Maintain data interfaces bridging Level 1 process control, Level 2 supervisory control and Level 3 enterprise systems.
- Administer virtualized environments utilizing Hyper-V and VMware frameworks.
- Setup, manage and maintain Level 2 systems and coating lines data center.
- Maintain Level 2 networks including setup, segmentation and access filtering.
- Build, maintain and improve custom web applications for process control, maintenance tasks and auxiliary data modeling.
- Write and update clean, functional code utilizing HTML, PHP, JavaScript, jQuery, Ajax and basic C#.
- Assist in maintaining and upgrading complex PLC (Allen Bradley, Siemens, Toshiba) and HMI architectures (Rockwell FactoryTalk, Siemens WinCC, Proficy iFix).
- Troubleshooting electrical equipment, industrial networking, servers and virtual environments.
- Maintain working backups of all critical systems.
- Identify, design, and implement changes / upgrades which will increase the productivity or reliability of the process.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Excellent safety record and understanding of TCOS.
- Multitask and manage projects/maintenance outages.
- Database experience (MS SQL Server preferred).
- Experience with virtualization strategies like Hyper-V and VMware.
- Web development experience (HTML, JavaScript, PHP, jQuery, Ajax).
- PLC experience/expertise (Allen Bradley, Siemens required. Toshiba preferred).
- Experienced creating HMI interfaces for process control (Rockwell FactoryTalk, Siemens WinCC, Proficy iFix).
- Automation experience with the following RSLogix, RSLinks, Step 7, TIA portal and other types of automation environments.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and documentation skills.
- Excellent computer skills (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, MS Visio, Visual Basic).
- Ability to read/write Ladder Diagrams, Function Block Diagram, Structured Text, Instruction List.
- Well versed with reading electrical prints.
- Willingness to work unscheduled hours/days. There could be times where remoting in would be necessary.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree Electrical Engineering/Automation Engineer/Computer Engineering, Science or similar experience.
- 3-5 years’ experience in metals/manufacturing industry.
Steel Dynamics, Inc., and all affiliated entities are equal opportunity employers.
INTRODUCTION
- Manage multiple production and reporting SQL servers for process setups, tracking and continuous data logging.
- Develop, improve and troubleshoot data flow and ETL pipelines.
- Maintain data interfaces bridging Level 1 process control, Level 2 supervisory control and Level 3 enterprise systems.
- Administer virtualized environments utilizing Hyper-V and VMware frameworks.
- Setup, manage and maintain Level 2 systems and coating lines data center.
- Maintain Level 2 networks including setup, segmentation and access filtering.
- Build, maintain and improve custom web applications for process control, maintenance tasks and auxiliary data modeling.
- Write and update clean, functional code utilizing HTML, PHP, JavaScript, jQuery, Ajax and basic C#.
- Assist in maintaining and upgrading complex PLC (Allen Bradley, Siemens, Toshiba) and HMI architectures (Rockwell FactoryTalk, Siemens WinCC, Proficy iFix).
- Troubleshooting electrical equipment, industrial networking, servers and virtual environments.
- Maintain working backups of all critical systems.
- Identify, design, and implement changes / upgrades which will increase the productivity or reliability of the process.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Excellent safety record and understanding of TCOS.
- Multitask and manage projects/maintenance outages.
- Database experience (MS SQL Server preferred).
- Experience with virtualization strategies like Hyper-V and VMware.
- Web development experience (HTML, JavaScript, PHP, jQuery, Ajax).
- PLC experience/expertise (Allen Bradley, Siemens required. Toshiba preferred).
- Experienced creating HMI interfaces for process control (Rockwell FactoryTalk, Siemens WinCC, Proficy iFix).
- Automation experience with the following RSLogix, RSLinks, Step 7, TIA portal and other types of automation environments.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and documentation skills.
- Excellent computer skills (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, MS Visio, Visual Basic).
- Ability to read/write Ladder Diagrams, Function Block Diagram, Structured Text, Instruction List.
- Well versed with reading electrical prints.
- Willingness to work unscheduled hours/days. There could be times where remoting in would be necessary.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree Electrical Engineering/Automation Engineer/Computer Engineering, Science or similar experience.
- 3-5 years’ experience in metals/manufacturing industry.
Steel Dynamics, Inc., and all affiliated entities are equal opportunity employers.
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Automation Engineer Job Market in Mississippi
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Who's Hiring
- Steel Dynamics2
- CVS Health1
- Linde1
- PECO FOODS1
- Pacific Consulting1
Top Industries Hiring
- Chemicals & Materials1
- Consulting & Professional Services1
- Food & Beverage1
- Healthcare & Medical Services1
What Mississippi Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in automation engineer jobs across Mississippi.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or controls engineering
- Proficiency in PLC programming using platforms such as Allen-Bradley or Siemens
- Experience designing or supporting SCADA and HMI systems
- Familiarity with industrial communication protocols such as EtherNet/IP or Modbus
- Hands-on experience with robotics integration or motion control systems
- Knowledge of electrical schematics, panel design, and instrumentation
Automation Engineer Jobs in Mississippi: Frequently Asked Questions
How many automation engineer jobs are there in Mississippi?
There are 6+ automation engineer openings in Mississippi on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Columbus, Clinton, and Ellisville. New positions post regularly as employers across Mississippi hire.
How much do automation engineers make in Mississippi?
Automation engineers in Mississippi earn a median of about $111,030 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $44,400 for the lowest 10% to over $166,000 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Mississippi cities have the most automation engineer jobs?
Columbus, Clinton, and Ellisville have the most automation engineer openings in Mississippi right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire automation engineers in Mississippi?
Employers hiring automation engineers in Mississippi include Steel Dynamics, CVS Health, and Linde, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote automation engineer jobs in Mississippi?
Yes. About 0% of automation engineer openings tied to Mississippi are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Mississippi metros.
How do I apply for automation engineer jobs in Mississippi?
You can apply to automation engineer jobs in Mississippi directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Mississippi location, then apply to each one that fits.
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