Controls Engineer

Canadian Executive Search Group (USA) Inc / Division of Arrow Group of Companies; Mills River (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing recruitment firm is seeking a Controls Engineer in Mills River, NC. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering and at least 2 years of experience in industrial control systems. Responsibilities include troubleshooting PLCs, supporting automation changes, and mentoring technicians. This is a full-time position offering a day shift in the manufacturing sector.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience with industrial control systems in manufacturing.
• Familiar with Python and C++ programming.
• Strong understanding of machine control standards and equipment specifications.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot Siemens and Allen Bradley PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems.
• Support and implement automation changes for new product launches.
• Provide mentorship and technical support to maintenance and engineering teams.

Skills

Siemens and Allen Bradley PLCs

Troubleshooting

Project management

Python

C++

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

SCADA systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

The Controls Engineer has expertise to solve problems, develop and execute objectives for themselves and others and to serve as a leader and mentor to Automation Technicians and Maintenance Technicians.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot Siemens and Allen Bradley PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, barcode/vision systems, and Fanuc robotics
• Support and implement automation changes for new product launches
• Diagnose electrical and mechanical failures using schematics, meters, and HMI diagnostics
• Work with servo drives, VFDs, barcode readers, and other automation devices
• Standardize electrical components for CNCs and assembly lines
• Troubleshoot communication issues on Ethernet/IP, DeviceNet, and ProfiNet
• Design and develop control systems for production, utilities, and safety equipment
• Provide mentorship and technical support to maintenance and engineering teams
• Conduct error-proofing and support corrective actions and COPQ improvements
• Ensure compliance with government and customer standards (IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 45001)
• Maintain documentation, backups, and product/process data
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and engineering change management

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Systems, or Manufacturing preferred)
• 2+ years of experience with industrial control systems in manufacturing
• Proficient in Siemens, AB PLCs, Ladder Logic, Structured Text, SCADA systems (e.g., Ignition)
• Familiar with Python and C++ programming
• Strong understanding of machine control standards and equipment specifications
• Skilled in project management and cross-functional team collaboration
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and technical presentations

If interested, please send your resume to [e-mail]

Seniority level: Associate

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Manufacturing

Industries: Manufacturing

Location: Mills River, NC

Shift: Day Shift

Direct Hire

Job poster: Canadian Executive Search Group (USA) Inc / Division of Arrow Group of Companies