Automation & Controls Engineer – Onsite Manufacturing

American Axle & Mfg., Inc.; Newton (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Dauch Corporation in Newton, North Carolina, is seeking an Electrical Controls Engineer to lead design, testing, implementation, and maintenance of automation and control systems within the manufacturing facility. This fully onsite role emphasizes reliable production, safety, and continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in manufacturing automation, plus hands-on Siemens PLC and Fanuc CNC experience, HMI/SCADA familiarity, and strong problem-solving and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related engineering field.
• 3+ years of experience in industrial automation or manufacturing controls engineering.
• Hands-on experience with Siemens PLC programming and troubleshooting and Fanuc CNC Controls.
• Familiarity with robotics (Fanuc, ABB, KUKA, etc.).
• Experience with HMI/SCADA systems.
• Knowledge of industrial networks (EtherNet/IP, Profinet, Modbus, etc.).
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates control systems, products, components, and applications to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
• Assess emerging manufacturing and control technologies, incorporating them into specifications where appropriate.
• Validate control system functionality-including safety compliance-by developing and/or executing test procedures.
• Prepares and reviews electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic control drawings; collaborate with cross‑functional engineering teams to evaluate components, materials, and suppliers.
• Ensures the accuracy and integrity of process and production data collection systems.
• Provides technical support to manufacturing, process, and engineering teams by responding to inquiries and requests.
• Maintains equipment performance through periodic audits, troubleshooting issues, coordinating repairs, and driving preventive maintenance and process improvements.
• Develops and maintains project documentation using established methodologies, tools, and templates.
• Supports supplier development activities and ensures on‑time delivery of components and services.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Siemens PLC programming

Fanuc CNC Controls

HMI/SCADA systems

Robotics (Fanuc ABB KUKA)

Industrial networks (EtherNet/IP Profin

Reading electrical schematics

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering/Mechatronics

Tools

Siemens PLC programming

Fanuc CNC Controls

HMI/SCADA

Robotics brands

Job description

Dauch Corporation in Newton, North Carolina, is seeking an Electrical Controls Engineer to lead design, testing, implementation, and maintenance of automation and control systems within the manufacturing facility. This fully onsite role emphasizes reliable production, safety, and continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in manufacturing automation, plus hands-on Siemens PLC and Fanuc CNC experience, HMI/SCADA familiarity, and strong problem-solving and teamwork skills.