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Automation Engineer (Ann Arbor, MI)

Tetra Tech
Ann Arbor, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 6/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/16/2026
Summary

 Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Do you want to do meaningful work that improves quality of life? At Tetra Tech, you will work with high-performing teams who are passionate about using their expertise to find solutions to complex problems in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development.

We currently have an opening for an Automation & Controls Engineer to join our Systems Integration team. The position is based in our Ann Arbor, MI location, and supports Tetra Tech’s municipal, industrial water and wastewater market. The selected candidate shall experience a unique opportunity to be involved with SCADA projects located in various areas of the country working with a team of in-house experts in all disciplines.

Responsibilities

  • PLC and HMI programming
  • Program and I/O documentation
  • Simulation and testing, and provide startup assistance

Skills:

  • Experience with Allen-Bradley (RSLogix/Studio 5000 PLC software) is a plus
  • Knowledge of cybersecurity; computer networking, virtualization, Windows and Server OS is a plus
  • Knowledge of any of the following HMI software platforms is a plus
  • VTScada
  • Ignition by Inductive Automation
  • AVEVA InTouch & System Platform
  • Rockwell FactoryTalk View SE/ME
  • GE iFIX
  • Experience with Microsoft Excel is a plus
  • Experience with MSSQL Server and SQL Reporting Services is a plus
  • Siemens Step 7 (TIA Portal) is a plus

Education:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in an engineering discipline or related technical degree is preferred.

Experience:

  • 0-2 years of related automation/controls experience with HMI’s, PLC’s and general SCADA integration.

Travel:

  • Ability and willingness to travel is required. Approximately 25% over night travel may be required to support startup and troubleshooting activities .

Benefits

  • 401(k) and Roth 401(k)
  • Dental Insurance
  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
  • Paid time off
  • Performance Bonus
  • Career Growth Opportunities and Training

WHY TETRA TECH

In addition to rewarding job opportunities and continuous growth, we offer an enjoyable working environment, where teamwork and respectful collaboration is highly valued. We offer the benefits of a midsized local office atmosphere backed by a large network of highly skilled professionals.

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by the law. We invite resumes from all interested parties.

Additional Information

  • Organization: 227 DSX

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