Automation Specialist Jobs in Colorado
Automation Specialist jobs in Colorado are concentrated in aerospace and defense, semiconductor manufacturing, energy systems, and advanced logistics, with demand at every level from entry-level controls technicians to senior process engineers. Denver, Colorado Springs, and Boulder are the primary hiring centers, where employers like Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, and Keysight Technologies maintain significant operations and ongoing automation needs. The most sought-after specialties include PLC programming, robotics integration, and SCADA systems configuration. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Position Location: This role supports our Lakewood, CO branch location, which serves customers throughout the greater Denver, CO area.
Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. We are improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?
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Our Lead Service Specialists performs assigned tasks on automation systems. Tasks include service agreement maintenance, projects, and on-call (time and material) service. Responds to emergency service calls as directed during regularly scheduled hours and after hours as needed.Our Lead Service Specialists are the face of Siemens, and your expertise and regular interaction with the customer will help them save energy and money, as well as create a more sustainable future for our environment.
As a Lead Service Specialist, you will:
- Execute digitalization and standard service operations strategies
- Work with multiple internal service team members including Service Sales, Client Service Managers, Service Coordinators, and RAM Digital Service Center personnel
- Follow safety requirements as outlined by Siemens and customers
- Successfully complete assigned training as outlined in the training path
- Follow mandatory policies, procedures, and standards
- Develop relationships at all levels within the customer’s organization and exhibit strong customer service skills
- Identify customer needs and make prioritized recommendations for service agreement adds, upgrades, and escalations
- May coordinate with contractors on job sites and maintains tools and test equipment
- Respond to service calls (emergency and on-site) as assigned. Perform repairs as directed on all automation system types and complete service ticket documentation per the policy
- Follow and maintain preventive maintenance schedules and maintain complete and accurate documentation of services performed and generate reports within Siemens tools
- Provide instructions to customer personnel regarding proper system operations and assist with training
- Identify and report system discrepancies, suggest system upgrade opportunities, and may assist in pricing of repairs and upgrades to existing agreement
- Perform system checkout and startup on projects, participate in job site final walk and/or final completion for systems-to-service turnover on assigned jobs
- Lead and mentor other Service Technicians and identify quote deficiency repairs
- Develop strong working relationships with internal and external customers, identify needs, and resolve issues, and use Siemens technology and devices
- Work overtime when needed (Compressed schedule performance can be a factor and will require extended hours to meet commitments)
- Work rotational On-Call and/or Minimal Overnight Travel
- Have the ability to work remotely, manage time effectively and meet established deadlines and to work in a team environment providing dedicated support to our customers
You will make an impact with these qualifications:
Basic Qualifications:
- Electro-mechanical experience (either in a previous role or through education) and user PC/software skill
- 5+ years of experience performing preventive maintenance and diagnostics of automation systems
- Demonstrated on-the-job experience with:
- Open protocols such as BACnet, Modbus, and TCP/IP Ethernet and networking
- Engineering concepts, programming, job start-up and checkout, and troubleshooting
- Ability and willingness to work in a variety of circumstances, including climbing ladders, scaffolds, and high lift equipment, working in ducts, crawl spaces, roofs, basements, above ceilings, and in various conditions
- Must be able to use hand tools, laptop, email, smartphone, and tablet as well as carrying and moving equipment and tools weighing up to 75 pounds unassisted
- Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
- Must be able and willing to work overtime as needed
- Must be 18 years of age and possess a valid driver's license with limited violations; must meet eligibility requirements to participate in Siemens' fleet vehicle program
- Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship
Preferred Qualifications:
- High school diploma or state-recognized GED
- Specialized skill training/certification
- Experience installing and servicing electronic control or HVAC equipment; 1+ years
- Demonstrated use of building automation systems, PLCs, HVAC, electrical concepts, and building operations
- Engineering and programming (PLC or BMS) background
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About Siemens
We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers.
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We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us. #LI-TAG #West-EREF #VeteranCareers #TransitioningServiceMember #MilitarySpouse hvac controls, building controls, programming, hvac field technician, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, direct digital control, apogee, Desigo, Modbus, Tridium, Niagara, Alerton, commissioning, LonWorks, BACnet, DDC, BMS, building management, mechanical systems, system integration
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Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html
The pay range for this position is $72,757 - $124,726 annually. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.
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What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in automation specialist jobs across Colorado.
- Hands-on PLC programming experience with Allen-Bradley or Siemens platforms required
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechatronics, or a related technical field
- Proficiency with SCADA systems and industrial HMI configuration and troubleshooting
- Experience integrating industrial robots or collaborative robot arms in production environments
- Familiarity with Lean manufacturing principles and process improvement methodologies
- Strong knowledge of electrical schematics, control panel wiring, and NEC safety standards
Automation Specialist Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a automation specialist in Colorado?
Most automation specialist roles in Colorado require a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechatronics, computer engineering, or industrial technology, though associate degrees combined with strong hands-on experience are accepted at many manufacturers. Colorado does not issue a state license specifically for automation specialists, but employers widely expect certifications such as a Certified Automation Professional credential from the International Society of Automation. Building PLC and SCADA skills through community college programs or technical institutes like Emily Griffith Technical College in Denver strengthens your candidacy considerably.
Which companies hire automation specialists in Colorado?
Colorado automation specialist roles are posted by Siemens, Bio-Techne, and Swisslog Healthcare and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Colorado's concentration of aerospace primes, defense contractors, and semiconductor fabricators along the Front Range makes it one of the more active automation hiring markets in the Mountain West.
Which Colorado cities have the most automation specialist jobs?
Denver and Lakewood account for the largest share of automation specialist openings in Colorado. Denver leads because of its dense industrial corridor and proximity to major aerospace and defense employers, while Colorado Springs draws significant demand from defense contractors and military-adjacent manufacturing, and Boulder's technology and energy sectors create consistent openings for controls and systems automation roles.
How can I get hired as a automation specialist in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is starting as a controls technician, maintenance technician, or industrial electrician and building PLC and instrumentation skills from there. Large Colorado manufacturers and aerospace firms like Lockheed Martin and Ball Aerospace occasionally run engineering rotational or co-op programs that accept candidates early in their careers. Emily Griffith Technical College and Colorado State University's engineering programs also have employer partnerships that connect graduates to entry-level automation roles. Earning a foundational certification from the International Society of Automation gives candidates without experience a concrete credential to point to.
Where can I find and apply to automation specialist jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to automation specialist jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings from employers across the state. Search the listings for roles that match your background, skills, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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