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Industrial Operations Software Engineer- Automation - Lakeland

Publix
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 11 Mar 2026

About the role

Job Category

Industrial Operations

Hours of Work

Minimum 45 hours per week

Facility

Lak Corporate Manufacturing / Risk Mgmt/Workers Comp B020

State

Florida

Frequency of Pay

Monthly

Travel Frequency

10%

Minimum Base Pay

6,795

Additional Information

Your application may have additional steps that you will need to complete in order to remain eligible for consideration.  Please be sure to monitor your email, including your spam folder, on a daily basis for critical, time-sensitive emails that could require action within 24-48 hours.  

Please do not use your Publix email address when applying.  Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive a confirmation email. 

For this position, Publix does not and will not file a petition or application with the USCIS or Department of State on behalf of any noncitizen for any immigration-related benefit to work and/or to continue to work in the United States, e.g., an H-1B or TN petition or permanent residence.

Address

345 N Galloway Rd

Potential Annual Pay with Bonus

88,335 - 132,535

City

Lakeland

Year End Bonus

As a year-end bonus to associates, Publix issues one month’s extra pay (pro-rated in the first year) each year if associate remains employed through issue date of the bonus check that year. This is calculated as a 13th month of pay in the Potential Annual Pay with Bonus line above.

Maximum Base Pay

10,195

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science or a related Engineering field, or equivalent experience
  • one year of experience in supporting automation and/or control systems
  • strong knowledge of Microsoft applications (Excel, Access, Outlook, Word)
  • strong knowledge of personal computers, printers, network configuration, IT terminology and architecture
  • demonstrated proficiency with either Human Machine Interface (HMI) software (i.e. iFix or Wonderware or RSView) and/or ladder logic (i.e. RSLogix or Siemens Step 7 or DirectSOFT5)
  • demonstrated ability to analyze and summarize information and data
  • demonstrated strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills
  • excellent presentation skills and the ability to develop training materials
  • demonstrated ability to train both individuals and groups
  • demonstrated professionalism
  • demonstrated ability to work independently, multi-task, and be a self-starter
  • demonstrated ability to absorb and retain information readily
  • demonstrated ability to establish and maintain a high level of customer trust and confidence
  • excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • excellent organizational and time management skills
  • ability to maintain strict confidentiality when exposed to highly sensitive information
  • excellent attendance and punctuality record
  • willingness and availability to work a minimum of 45 hours per week and a variable schedule including nights, holidays and weekends to meet the Manufacturing business needs
  • availability to be on-call 24/7
  • ability to work effectively in various environments including production floor and office environments
  • good human relations skills (the ability to work well with others and be a team member)
  • show enthusiasm, initiative, pride in work, and a
  • commitment to Publix and our Mission.

Preferred Qualifications

  • one year of experience supporting automation systems at Publix
  • two years of Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) programming experience.
  • demonstrated proficiency with both HMI (i.e. iFix or Wonderware or RSView) and ladder logic (i.e. RSLogix or Siemens Step 7 or DirectSOFT5)
  • knowledge of mechanical and electrical theory
  • strong knowledge of Publix Manufacturing operational processes

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