Industrial Programmer II - Grantsville, MD

About Us: Pillar Innovations is an Industrial Solutions and Service Company with over 15 years of experience in the Energy, Mining, Industrial Construction, Aggregate, and Renewables Industries. The Corporate Headquarters are located in Grantsville, MD with several offices throughout the country. Are you looking for a place to expand your skills and grow in a career? Our company promotes continuous learning, diverse work opportunities, and flexibility. We also provide defined career path advancement, full benefits, and a variety of apprenticeship/continuing education programs. We pride ourselves on the versatility of our skillsets and the variety of services that we provide to our customers. We maintain a high level of respect and dignity for our employees, customers, and for the communities that we serve. We have always held a high regard for providing a flexible work-life balance for our employees and we will continue to do so. We are a diverse and rapidly growing company that is continually on the lookout for emerging markets and opportunities. As an employee, the keys to success are maintaining a positive, can-do attitude and a strong sense of ambition and safety. These key attributes have contributed greatly to the success of our company and to the advancement of our workforce. Openings for experienced workers and training for entry level positions are always available. Start a career with us today! Position Overview:

Are you an experienced automation professional ready to take on exciting, hands-on projects from concept to completion? Pillar Innovations' Engineering & Automation group is seeking an Industrial Automation Programmer II to play a key role in designing, programming, and deploying advanced automation systems across a wide range of industries. In this role, you’ll use your expertise in Rockwell or Siemens PLC and HMI programming (with platforms like RSLogix, FactoryTalk View, Simatic S7, and WinCC) to develop and troubleshoot automation solutions for machines, conveyor systems, production lines, and more.

You’ll work in close collaboration with engineers, technicians, and project managers, both in the field and at our shop, to interpret electrical schematics, configure control components such as VFDs, servo drives, vision systems, robot controllers, and field I/O racks, and ensure systems are fully tested and commissioned to meet customer needs. With opportunities to lead engineering personnel and contribute to a wide variety of custom automation projects, this role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and is comfortable with travel, overtime, and adapting to new challenges. If you’re detail-oriented, solutions-driven, and ready to be part of a cutting-edge engineering team, we’d love to have you on board!

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Perks/Benefits

+ Life insurance + 401(k) retirement plan with Company Match + Short/Long term disability + Paid time off (as outlined in the applicable Benefit's Summary) and 7 paid holidays + Internal job postings + Performance and salary reviews + Employee feedback program + Company provided tools and basic safety equipment + PPE allowances with no restrictions on vendors

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

This position requires the completion of a thorough background and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. In accordance with The Company’s Drug and Alcohol policy, employees are required to participate in random, post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing as requested.

AAP/EEO Statement

This Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities without regard to any protected classes under applicable law.

ADA Statement

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Min: USD $30.00/Hr. Max: USD $45.00/Hr.