Automation Jobs in Georgia
Automation jobs in Georgia are concentrated in manufacturing, logistics, and technology, with the state's deep industrial base and growing tech sector driving consistent demand for automation engineers, controls specialists, and process automation professionals at every level. Atlanta, Savannah, and Gainesville are the primary hiring hubs, where employers like Delta Air Lines, Novelis, and Yamaha Motor Manufacturing maintain large operations requiring automation expertise. The most in-demand specialties are PLC programming, industrial robotics integration, and SCADA systems. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Exotec designs and delivers advanced automation solutions that help global brands optimize warehouse performance while supporting warehouse teams across at every level. Our organization combines elegant mechanical design, resilient software and a deep understanding of logistics operations to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.
Working at Exotec means contributing to the systems used daily in warehouses. You'll collaborate with passionate colleagues who share knowledge, challenge ideas and work in a respectful environment that values the diversity of more than 1,000 ExoPeople around the world.
Here, your work moves from concept to production and into the hands of clients who rely on it each day. You’ll join a company where collaboration, excellence, and meaningful impact guide what's built next.
Role Summary
As a Field Commissioning Engineer, you’ll be the boots on the ground bringing Exotec’s robotics and automation systems to life at our client warehouse locations. It's a high-travel position (our engineers are on-site generally 3 weeks out of each month), but an ideal role for individuals who love solving real engineering challenges in real-world environments.
Working hands-on with robotics, hardware, software, programming tools, and third‑party industrial equipment, you'll gain broad technical experience quickly. Unlike other "engineering" roles in the industry, this is a true engineering position where you help design and refine test plans—not just execute them. The work is varied, collaborative, and directly tied to the success of each system launch.
Responsibilities
- Manage the integration of Exotec products and third‑party systems on customer warehouse, distribution, and fulfillment sites
- Actively participate in the commissioning process to ensure system functionality and reliability
- Plan, coordinate, and execute system validation tests—including defining and refining test plans
- Measure, improve, and maintain the reliability of the full solution throughout deployment phases
- Coordinate and implement software configurations and improvements to deployed systems
- Troubleshoot across software, mechanical, electrical, and networking layers
- Communicate directly with customers to assess and fulfill their needs and requirements
- Provide clear updates and documentation through Exotec’s internal tools, including coordination with the Atlanta‑based team
- Support on-site interactions with clients, including de-escalating challenging or time‑sensitive situations
- Inform operational teams on project progress and risks
Requirements
We strongly encourage applications from candidates of all genders to help us build a truly inclusive environment. If you don’t meet every requirement listed below, don’t worry—your skills and experiences may still make you a great fit
- At least 1 year of commissioning robotic systems and/or equipment, ideally in industrial automation, material handling, warehousing, or logistics
- Demonstrated experience with frequent travel (e.g., field service, commissioning, consulting, construction, or similar roles)
- BS degree in mechatronics, robotics, mechanical, or electrical engineering (or related field)
- Broad working knowledge across software, mechanical, and electrical engineering, with the ability to perform both hands-on troubleshooting and software configuration
- Clear, professional communication skills, including the ability to manage on‑site client interactions and de‑escalate as needed
- Ability to work within internal systems and tools for documentation, notes, coordination, collaborate with off-site team members, etc.
- Comfort and openness with regular travel (up to 100% of working hours)
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the job:
- Use and manipulation of standard hand tools
- Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs
- Working from heights of up to 50 ft
- Use and operation of lifts with a manufacturer‑rated capacity of 250 lbs, including tools and equipment (approximately 30 lbs)
- Stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling to access and repair equipment at ground level
- Working on overhead equipment, including extended reaching and manual dexterity
Preferred Skills & Competencies:
- Working knowledge of AutoCAD (reading and minor edits)
- Familiarity with Python, Node‑RED, or Linux
- Experience with Git/GitHub
- Prior work on complex automation or robotics systems
- Experience contributing to the creation of test plans or validation procedures
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package, inclusive of salary and annual bonus
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
- Generous vacation and time off policy
- 401(k) with company match up to 5%
- Continuous opportunities for training and development within a growing, international company
- Regular company-hosted teambuilding, training and social events
To apply, please submit your résumé. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next steps in the hiring process. We look forward to receiving your application!
Exotec designs and delivers advanced automation solutions that help global brands optimize warehouse performance while supporting warehouse teams across at every level. Our organization combines elegant mechanical design, resilient software and a deep understanding of logistics operations to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.
Working at Exotec means contributing to the systems used daily in warehouses. You'll collaborate with passionate colleagues who share knowledge, challenge ideas and work in a respectful environment that values the diversity of more than 1,000 ExoPeople around the world.
Here, your work moves from concept to production and into the hands of clients who rely on it each day. You’ll join a company where collaboration, excellence, and meaningful impact guide what's built next.
Role Summary
As a Field Commissioning Engineer, you’ll be the boots on the ground bringing Exotec’s robotics and automation systems to life at our client warehouse locations. It's a high-travel position (our engineers are on-site generally 3 weeks out of each month), but an ideal role for individuals who love solving real engineering challenges in real-world environments.
Working hands-on with robotics, hardware, software, programming tools, and third‑party industrial equipment, you'll gain broad technical experience quickly. Unlike other "engineering" roles in the industry, this is a true engineering position where you help design and refine test plans—not just execute them. The work is varied, collaborative, and directly tied to the success of each system launch.
Responsibilities
- Manage the integration of Exotec products and third‑party systems on customer warehouse, distribution, and fulfillment sites
- Actively participate in the commissioning process to ensure system functionality and reliability
- Plan, coordinate, and execute system validation tests—including defining and refining test plans
- Measure, improve, and maintain the reliability of the full solution throughout deployment phases
- Coordinate and implement software configurations and improvements to deployed systems
- Troubleshoot across software, mechanical, electrical, and networking layers
- Communicate directly with customers to assess and fulfill their needs and requirements
- Provide clear updates and documentation through Exotec’s internal tools, including coordination with the Atlanta‑based team
- Support on-site interactions with clients, including de-escalating challenging or time‑sensitive situations
- Inform operational teams on project progress and risks
Requirements
We strongly encourage applications from candidates of all genders to help us build a truly inclusive environment. If you don’t meet every requirement listed below, don’t worry—your skills and experiences may still make you a great fit
- At least 1 year of commissioning robotic systems and/or equipment, ideally in industrial automation, material handling, warehousing, or logistics
- Demonstrated experience with frequent travel (e.g., field service, commissioning, consulting, construction, or similar roles)
- BS degree in mechatronics, robotics, mechanical, or electrical engineering (or related field)
- Broad working knowledge across software, mechanical, and electrical engineering, with the ability to perform both hands-on troubleshooting and software configuration
- Clear, professional communication skills, including the ability to manage on‑site client interactions and de‑escalate as needed
- Ability to work within internal systems and tools for documentation, notes, coordination, collaborate with off-site team members, etc.
- Comfort and openness with regular travel (up to 100% of working hours)
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the job:
- Use and manipulation of standard hand tools
- Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs
- Working from heights of up to 50 ft
- Use and operation of lifts with a manufacturer‑rated capacity of 250 lbs, including tools and equipment (approximately 30 lbs)
- Stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling to access and repair equipment at ground level
- Working on overhead equipment, including extended reaching and manual dexterity
Preferred Skills & Competencies:
- Working knowledge of AutoCAD (reading and minor edits)
- Familiarity with Python, Node‑RED, or Linux
- Experience with Git/GitHub
- Prior work on complex automation or robotics systems
- Experience contributing to the creation of test plans or validation procedures
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package, inclusive of salary and annual bonus
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
- Generous vacation and time off policy
- 401(k) with company match up to 5%
- Continuous opportunities for training and development within a growing, international company
- Regular company-hosted teambuilding, training and social events
To apply, please submit your résumé. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next steps in the hiring process. We look forward to receiving your application!
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Where Georgia roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Automation Job Market in Georgia
A snapshot from current Georgia openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Siemens12
- CBRE5
- EXOTEC3
- Walmart3
- Georgia Tech3
Top Industries Hiring
- Chemicals & Materials
- Technology & Software
- Construction & Real Estate
- Fashion & Apparel
- Investment & Asset Management
What Georgia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in automation jobs across Georgia.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a closely related field
- Proficiency with PLC platforms such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or Mitsubishi
- Experience designing or maintaining SCADA and HMI systems in an industrial environment
- Hands-on background with industrial robotics, including programming and troubleshooting
- Familiarity with industrial networking protocols such as Ethernet/IP or Profibus
- Strong understanding of electrical schematics, control panel design, and safety standards
Automation Jobs in Georgia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a automation in Georgia?
Automation roles in Georgia typically require a bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or mechatronics engineering, though associate degrees combined with hands-on certifications can qualify candidates for technician-level positions. Georgia does not issue a state-specific license for most automation engineers, but employers commonly expect certifications from organizations like PMMI or Rockwell Automation. Graduates from Georgia Tech, Kennesaw State, or Georgia Southern with relevant internship experience are well positioned for entry-level roles.
Which companies hire automations in Georgia?
Employers hiring automations in Georgia right now include Siemens, CBRE, and EXOTEC, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Georgia's manufacturing corridor, stretching from Metro Atlanta into the northeast and coastal regions, keeps demand steady across automotive suppliers, food processing plants, and aerospace facilities.
Which Georgia cities have the most automation jobs?
Atlanta, Alpharetta, and Dalton account for the highest concentration of automation openings in Georgia. Atlanta dominates because of its dense cluster of corporate headquarters, aerospace facilities, and advanced manufacturing suppliers, while Savannah's expanded port and logistics operations have drawn significant industrial automation investment, and Gainesville's poultry processing and food manufacturing base sustains consistent demand for controls and process automation professionals.
Are there remote automation jobs in Georgia?
Yes, but they're rare. Automation work is largely hands-on and tied to physical equipment on plant floors or in facilities, which limits full-remote opportunities. About 48% of automation openings tied to Georgia are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those tend to be project management, systems architecture, or software-focused roles rather than field engineering or commissioning positions.
How can I get hired as a automation in Georgia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an automation technician or junior controls role at a manufacturing facility, where on-the-job training is common. Large Georgia employers in food processing, automotive supply, and logistics often bring on candidates with an associate degree from Georgia Piedmont Technical College or a certification in PLCs and industrial wiring. Applying for co-op or apprenticeship programs at companies with Georgia plants, or transitioning from an electrician or maintenance technician role, gives candidates a strong foothold without a four-year degree.
Where can I find and apply to automation jobs in Georgia?
You can find and apply to automation jobs in Georgia on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring across the state right now. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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