Automation Engineer Jobs in Utah
Automation Engineer jobs in Utah are concentrated in Salt Lake City, Provo, and Ogden, where manufacturing, defense, and technology employers keep consistent demand for controls, robotics, and systems integration specialists across junior through senior levels. Companies like L3Harris, Autoliv, and Adobe have established engineering operations in the state and regularly bring on automation talent. The market is particularly active for PLC programming, industrial robotics, and test automation in both defense-adjacent manufacturing and growing tech sectors. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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GE Vernova’s Grid Automation Control & Protection panel design engineer is a hands-on, high-impact engineering role responsible for owning the design, programming, testing, and commissioning of protection, SCADA, telecom, and control panels for generator, excitation, transformer, feeder, bus, line protection, and SCADA systems. Reporting to the CCS Engineering Manager or assigned Team Leader, this role supports the design and testing of protection panels, RTU panels, and Digital Control System (DCS) panels, while partnering closely with Operations and Project Management to help deliver critical power infrastructure solutions from concept through commissioning.
This is an exciting opportunity to work on complex, large-scale grid modernization projects and make a visible impact on critical energy infrastructure.
Job Description
Essential Responsibilities
- Analyzing customer applications/specifications and designing protection and control panel mechanical layout, single line diagram, schematic diagram, power diagram, control diagram and Bill of Materials, engineering instruction, wiring drawing, wire list, wire tags to fulfill user specifications and requirements using Autocad/Ebase/Oracle/SAP
- Take full technical execution responsibility to assigned projects
- Perform engineering studies and analyses such as Load Calculation, Heat Rise Analysis, etc.
- Create Test Plans/Procedures/Reports
- Develop one line and three line diagrams that define project scope,
- Create detailed AC and DC schematic diagrams, including control circuits, tripping schemes, metering, and auxiliary power systems.
- Design and review wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and interconnection drawings for relays, RTUs, communication equipment, and station devices.
- Perform P&C related engineering calculations such as CT/PT sizing, DC load calculations, breaker duty checks, and protection coordination studies.
- May require travel up to 10% of the time depending on projects assigned
- Provide training/peer check/design support to other members of the team.
- Provide training materials/video of Ebase to help other members of the team
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in panel design, analyzing and creation of specification/compliance statement, single line diagram, schematic diagram, control diagram, wiring drawing and power diagram related to relay protections and control using Autocad/Ebase with detailed knowledge of design, studies, specifications and implementation in electrical generation, transmission and distribution systems
- Strong knowledge of power systems, protection schemes and communication applications
- Experience in creation of test procedure and maintenance procedure related to factory and site testing and commissioning protection panel
- Excellent understanding of theoretical bases for all major protection principles including Distance, Line Differential, Transformer Differential, Bus, Feeder, Generator and Large Motor protection.
Desired Characteristics
- Ability to apply advanced ideas in the technical engineering field and LEAN process to practical business problems
- Experience in turn-key Protection and Control projects
- Working knowledge with E Base panel design tool or AutoCAD tool
- Strong understanding and experience with CSA, UL and CE requirements
- Lean/6 Sigma Green belt or Black belt certification preferred
- P.Eng Certified is an asset
- Demonstrated team player, initiative to take the lead and mentoring of other members of the team
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work in a multicultural environment
- Customer focused
Additional Information
GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.
This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on August 11, 2026.
Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.
GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
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Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Medical Devices
- Manufacturing
- Banking & Financial Services
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Utah Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in automation engineer jobs across Utah.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or mechatronics engineering from an accredited program
- Hands-on experience programming PLCs using platforms such as Allen-Bradley or Siemens
- Proficiency with industrial robotics integration, including FANUC, ABB, or KUKA systems
- Familiarity with SCADA systems, HMI development, and industrial network protocols like EtherNet/IP
- Experience with test automation frameworks and scripting languages such as Python or LabVIEW
- Strong understanding of safety standards including OSHA guidelines and machine safety codes
Automation Engineer Jobs in Utah: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a automation engineer in Utah?
Most automation engineer roles in Utah require a bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or mechatronics engineering from an accredited program. Utah does not impose a state-specific license for most automation engineering positions, though engineers who stamp drawings or work on public infrastructure may need a Professional Engineer license through the Utah Division of Professional Licensing. Building hands-on PLC and controls experience through internships at Utah manufacturers strengthens candidacy considerably.
How much do automation engineers make in Utah?
Automation engineers in Utah earn a median of about $110,320 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $63,770 for the lowest 10% to over $163,340 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire automation engineers in Utah?
Companies currently hiring automation engineers in Utah include Vivint, Autoliv United States, and IPB, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Utah's defense manufacturing corridor along the Wasatch Front and its expanding tech sector in Silicon Slopes create consistent openings across both hardware-focused and software-driven automation roles.
Which Utah cities have the most automation engineer jobs?
Salt Lake City, Ogden, and Lehi lead Utah in automation engineer openings. Salt Lake City anchors the market through its concentration of defense contractors, medical device manufacturers, and technology firms, while Provo and Ogden attract automation roles through advanced manufacturing plants and the engineering programs at local universities that supply nearby employers with talent.
Are there remote automation engineer jobs in Utah?
Yes, but they're rare. Automation engineering is largely a hands-on discipline requiring on-site presence for equipment commissioning, testing, and maintenance, so most Utah roles are on-site or hybrid. About 44% of automation engineer openings tied to Utah are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those remote-eligible positions tend to cover software-side work such as test automation scripting, SCADA configuration, or controls documentation rather than physical system integration.
How can I get hired as a automation engineer in Utah with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a co-op or internship at a Utah manufacturer or defense contractor, which many Salt Lake City and Ogden area employers structure as pipelines into full-time roles. Targeting titles like automation technician, controls technician, or test technician at companies with engineering departments gives you hands-on PLC and robotics exposure that transitions into engineer-level positions. Completing a LabVIEW or Allen-Bradley training certification alongside your degree makes candidates noticeably more competitive for Utah entry-level openings.
Where can I find and apply to automation engineer jobs in Utah?
You can find and apply to automation engineer jobs in Utah on Migrate Mate, which lists current Utah openings updated regularly. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your experience and specialization, and apply directly through each listing.
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