Automation Controls Engineer - PLC/AB & HMI Specialist

Socket.dev; Fountain Inn (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Yanfeng is seeking a Controls Engineer/PLC to design, test, and diagnose electrical and control systems for production equipment. You will support standardization and improvements across facilities, including PLC programming, HMI upgrades, and robot integration.

The role requires 3–5 years in electronic/electrical engineering in the automotive sector, a bachelor’s degree in a related field, and willingness to travel to customer sites, including plants with confined spaces.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Engineering Technology or equivalent.
• 3–5 years in electronic/electrical engineering roles; automotive industry experience preferred.
• Ability to travel to customer sites and possibly work in confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve electrical and mechanical malfunctions on production equipment.
• Assist in installing and commissioning new control equipment.
• Develop specifications for electrical control systems and modifications.
• Provide technical support to maintenance; update electrical drawings and backups.
• Program PLCs/robots, enhance HMI interfaces, and improve machine controls.

Skills

Allen Bradley PLC programming

Electrical control systems

Robotics/HMI programming

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering / Engineering Technology

Tools

Siemens PLC programming

Siemens HMI

Allen Bradley drives interfacing

Job description

Yanfeng is seeking a Controls Engineer/PLC to design, test, and diagnose electrical and control systems for production equipment. You will support standardization and improvements across facilities, including PLC programming, HMI upgrades, and robot integration.

The role requires 3–5 years in electronic/electrical engineering in the automotive sector, a bachelor’s degree in a related field, and willingness to travel to customer sites, including plants with confined spaces.