Automation Specialist PLC And Automation Controls

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Summary

Location

Greenville, United States

Work

Full-time

Experience

3+ years

Key Benefits
100% Employee Ownership

About this Job

Job Details: Job Location: Greenville, SC - 35 Old Mill Rd - Greenville, SC 29607, Position Type: Full Time, McNaughton-McKay Electric Co. Job Description Title: Automation Specialist- PLC and Automation Controls Department: Engineering General Summary: To be one of the automation specialists within McNaughton-McKay to work with Sales and vendors in the development of marketing activities and support strategies for assigned technologies. Pre-Sale Responsibilities: A technical resource within McNaughton-McKay responsible for the sales support of assigned technologies. Develops relationships with Sales and the decision-makers within the identified strategic accounts. Monitors the technology trends evaluated and implemented at the identified strategic accounts. Develops a marketing strategy with Sales to promote the sales of assigned technologies at strategic accounts. Continuously documents activities with the identified strategic accounts. Utilizes relationships and documented activities to leverage value-add at the identified strategic accounts. Establishes relationships with vendors of assigned technologies as the technical liaison for sales and support. Participates in the development of contracts and agreements with vendors of assigned technologies. Manages appropriate inventory product mix and levels for assigned technologies. Post-Sale Responsibilities: Manages the availability and the identified strategic account requirements for the assigned technology products. Manages the availability and the ESG requirements for the assigned technology products. Trains the inside and technical support personnel on the assigned technology products. Educates the sales staff on the assigned technology products. Develops and maintains the information and support infrastructure required for the assigned technology products. Service Responsibilities: Qualifies the level of assistance provided to customers with product and integration issues. Creates the required service procedures to support the assigned technology products. Develops the vendor service/support strategies for the assigned technology products. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Bachelors degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering required. 3+ years of controls engineering experience required; 5+ years of professional engineering experience will be considered in lieu of meeting the educational requirement. Product knowledge of assigned technology products. Thorough knowledge of strategic customer applications. Proven analytical, organizational and communication skills. Working Conditions: Normal office environment with some overnight travel required. Reporting Relationships: Reports To: Engineering Manager Direct Reports: None EEO/AA/M/F/Vet/Disability Employer Qualifications:

About the Company

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MCNAUGHTON-MCKAY ELECTRIC CO

Privately Held, Employee-Owned Company
Automotive ManufacturingIndustrial ManufacturingSystem IntegrationFood & Beverage

McNaughton-McKay Electric Company is a 100% employee-owned distributor of electrical and automation products and services. As a leading wholesale distributor to industrial, commercial and construction markets, McNaughton McKay creates long-term value for our customers and the communities in which we operate. We combine strong manufacturer relationships, local expertise, deep inventory, and a collaborative, future-forward mindset to engineer tailored solutions for our customers. Established in 1910, McNaughton-McKay has evolved alongside the industries it serves, including automotive, construction, food and beverage, OEM, chemical, and many others. In 2025, McNaughton-McKay Electric Company and its subsidiaries—The Reynolds Company, Flow-Zone, Caniff Electric Supply, and S&D Service and Distribution GmbH—united under the McNaughton McKay Group (MMG) brand. MMG's portfolio of trusted brands operates from more than 60 branches across nine states and Germany. Through the power of these connections, we overcome our customers’ most complex challenges to keep projects moving and business growing.

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