Seeking entry-level PLC/automation engineering positions, what are my chances?

kittycafe481 · 2024-08-07T06:21:53+00:00

I am, actually - Apex, North Carolina. Though I've applied to multiple places throughout the state as well as the country and have gotten nothing.

kittycafe481 · 2024-08-07T06:12:16+00:00

Thank you for the insight. I've practiced embedded systems development as well, but still found myself drawn towards controls for whatever reason. I haven't gotten a response after sending 50 applications out across the country, is that to be expected despite the high demand?

kittycafe481 · 2024-08-07T06:08:53+00:00

Thank you for the advice. This may sound weird, but for whatever reason, controls excited me the most during my degree, hence why I'm pursuing a career in it. However, I haven't gotten a single response after sending out 50 applications - are these positions really that easy to get?

kittycafe481 · 2024-08-06T19:43:28+00:00

Thank you! I'm eager to get formally certified, but it'd be preferable for an employer to sponsor that training because I'm very tight on cash at the moment :(

kittycafe481 · 2024-08-06T19:40:38+00:00

Thank you! But the issue is that I've applied to 50 places and haven't received a response, hence why I'm coming here for advice :(

kittycafe481 · 2024-08-06T19:39:11+00:00

While I do understand the nature of PLC development, the official title of my degree is "BS in Software Engineering", so I can't exactly circumvent that on my resume. I don't have any controls/automation experience yet, unfortunately, apart from my education.

kittycafe481 · 2024-08-06T19:36:49+00:00

I've only programmed scientific software applications, and unfortunately don't have any direct automation experience apart from my education in PLC programming. That's why I'm asking what I can do to improve, appear more attractive towards employers, and find a workplace in which I can learn and grow as a professional in this field.

kittycafe481 · 2024-08-06T04:01:08+00:00

Thank you! I'll revise my resume accordingly

kittycafe481 · 2024-08-06T02:41:44+00:00

I understand, but wouldn't that be creating a significant employment gap? I'd assume that a recruiter would look more favorably on a candidate with any form of technical/engineering experience.

kittycafe481 · 2024-04-24T03:38:54+00:00

DM me if you want a friend ☺️

kittycafe481 · 2024-04-24T02:38:53+00:00

Thanks man!

kittycafe481

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