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Automation Specialist/Engineer (0-2 yrs, Pasadena, CA)

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Automation Specialist/Engineer (0-2 yrs, Pasadena, CA)

Tetra Tech Digital Systems

Automation Specialist/Engineer (0-2 yrs, Pasadena, CA)

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Contract type:

Permanent

Location:

Pasadena, CA, USA

Work mode:

Onsite

Published on:

22 September 2026

What they need


Tetra Tech currently has an opening for an Automation Engineer to join our Systems Integration team. The position is based in our Pasadena, CA location. This position supports Tetra Tech’s municipal and industrial water and wastewater market. The selected candidate shall experience a unique opportunity to be involved with PLC & SCADA projects located in various areas of the country working with a team of in-house experts in all disciplines. The individual must also provide accurate and high-quality work with minimal supervision.

Primary Responsibilities

  • PLC and HMI programming, simulation and testing, and startup assistance;
  • Maintaining and growing solid client relationships (internal and external);

Required Skills

  • Aveva System Platform is a plus;
  • Experience with Allen-Bradley (RSLogix 5000 PLC software) is a plus;
  • Knowledge of cybersecurity; computer networking, virtualization, Server OS is a plus
  • VTScada is a plus;
  • Rockwell FactoryTalk View (SE and ME) is a plus;
  • GE iFIX is a plus;
  • Ignition by Inductive Automation is a plus;
  • Siemens Step 7 (TIA Portal) is a plus;
  • Experience with MSSQL Server, SQL Reporting Services is a plus.

Requirements

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

Experience

  • 0-2 years of related automation experience with HMI’s, PLC’s and general SCADA integration.
  • Ability and willingness to travel is required. Approximately 25% over night travel may be required to support startup and troubleshooting activities.

Salary Range $75,000 - $105,000 per year (based on experience)

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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