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Complete PLC Programming Salary Guide

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Salary Data

Salaries by US State

Browse 16 job titles across 15 US states

PLC Programmer

Develops, tests, and maintains programmable logic controller (PLC) programs for industrial automation systems.

National Average: $78,000

Programming

Controls Engineer

Designs, develops, and manages automated control systems for industrial processes.

National Average: $85,000

Engineering

Automation Engineer

Develops and implements automation solutions to improve efficiency and reduce manual processes.

National Average: $82,000

Engineering

SCADA Engineer

Designs and maintains SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems for monitoring and controlling industrial processes.

National Average: $88,000

Engineering

Instrumentation Technician

Focuses on calibrating, maintaining, and troubleshooting field instruments including transmitters, control valves, and analyzers. Common in process industries such as oil & gas, chemical, and pharmaceutical manufacturing.

National Average: $62,000

Technician

PLC Technician

Installs, maintains, and troubleshoots PLC systems and industrial control equipment.

National Average: $60,000

Technician

Manufacturing Engineer

Optimizes manufacturing processes and implements automation solutions for production efficiency.

National Average: $85,000

Engineering

Robotics Engineer

Programs and integrates industrial robots from major manufacturers such as FANUC, ABB, and KUKA. Designs robotic workcells, develops motion programs, and commissions systems for production. Growing demand in automotive, logistics, and warehouse automation.

National Average: $95,000

Engineering

Industrial Electrician

Installs, maintains, and troubleshoots industrial electrical systems including PLC wiring, motor controls, power distribution, and control panel fabrication. High demand across all manufacturing and process industries.

National Average: $58,000

Technician

Process Control Engineer

Designs and optimizes process control strategies including PID tuning, advanced process control (APC), and regulatory control loops. Dominant in oil & gas, chemical, and pharmaceutical industries where process stability directly impacts safety and product quality.

National Average: $98,000

Engineering

Systems Integrator

Designs complete automation solutions and manages projects from design through commissioning. Coordinates PLC programming, HMI development, electrical design, and networking across multi-vendor systems. Works across all industries as a technical project lead.

National Average: $92,000

Engineering

HMI/SCADA Developer

Specializes in designing and programming HMI screens and SCADA systems using platforms like Ignition, Wonderware, FactoryTalk View, and WinCC. Creates intuitive operator interfaces, alarm management systems, and data visualization dashboards. Growing demand with IIoT adoption.

National Average: $85,000

Programming

Motion Control Engineer

Specializes in servo drives, variable frequency drives (VFDs), and precision motion applications. Programs coordinated multi-axis motion for CNC machining, packaging machinery, semiconductor fabrication, and robotic systems.

National Average: $96,000

Engineering

Field Service Engineer (Automation)

Travels to customer sites for installation, commissioning, troubleshooting, and ongoing support of automation systems. Provides hands-on technical expertise for PLC, HMI, and drive systems. High travel role that serves as an excellent entry path into industrial automation.

National Average: $78,000

Engineering

Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Engineer

Combines electrical and instrumentation engineering disciplines, responsible for designing, installing, and maintaining electrical power systems and field instrumentation. Common in process industries including oil & gas, refining, and petrochemical plants.

National Average: $88,000

Engineering

DCS Engineer

Specializes in Distributed Control Systems from vendors like Honeywell Experion, Emerson DeltaV, and ABB 800xA. Configures control modules, develops batch sequences, and manages system upgrades. Dominant in refining, chemical, and power generation industries.

National Average: $95,000

Engineering