Controls Engineer

Cross Company; North Carolina; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cross Company is seeking a Controls Engineer to join our integration team in Whitsett, NC. In this full-time role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and troubleshooting control systems for various industrial automation applications. The ideal candidate will have experience with PLC programming and robotics.

This is a unique opportunity to work in a 100% employee-owned company, offering a vibrant work environment that emphasizes collaboration and flexibility.

Qualifications

• Industrial control experience in automation applications.
• Ability to manage multiple projects effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop control systems for industrial automation.
• Work with project teams to complete projects on time and budget.
• Troubleshoot and install automation technologies.

Skills

PLC programming (Allen Bradley required, Siemens, Omron advantageous)

Robotics programming (UR and Fanuc advantageous)

Control system design including electrical components specification

Machine and motion control

IIoT and networking

Machine safety

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or Associate’s degree and equivalent experience

Job description

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Full Time Professional Whitsett, NC, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 2029

At Cross Company , we don’t just show up for work—we show up for a company we actually own. As a 100% employee-owned industrial technology leader, we provide specialized expertise in automation, hydraulics, precision measurement, and more that keeps the world’s manufacturers moving.

We operate on the principle of Servant Leadership : we hire smart, driven people and then get out of their way so they can do what they do best. When you join the Cross team, you aren't just an employee; you’re an owner-associate in a stable, transparent, and high-performance environment where your voice truly matters.

JOB SUMMARY

Cross Automation is looking for a Controls Engineer to join our integration team! Our team works with a wide range of technologies and control platforms to develop automation solutions for customers in a variety of industries including food & beverage, consumer products, automotive, and medical devices. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated team player that thrives in a fast-paced environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Controls Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, installing, and troubleshooting control systems for industrial automation applications, including PLCs, HMIs, robots, and drives. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary project team to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to customers’ satisfaction.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Industrial control experience and knowledge in one or more of the following is preferred: PLC programming (Allen Bradley required, Siemens, Omron, others advantageous)
• Robotics programming (UR and Fanuc advantageous)
• Control system design including electrical components specification
• Machine and motion control
• IIoT and networking
• Machine safety
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering preferred, or Associate’s degree and equivalent experience

REQUIRED BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES

• Collaborate with sales, engineers, project managers, and production team to ensure project success
• Must be flexible as well as willing and able to maintain multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to adapt quickly and maintain a positive attitude
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner

PHYSICAL & MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

The work environment varies from typical office environment to plant site environment

Available to travel up to 30% of the time depending on work assignments, typically via automobile but occasional plane travel may be required

Individuals may need to sit or stand as needed. Requires walking primarily on a level surface for varying periods throughout the day in the plant site area. Could involve long periods of computer work.

Able to lift or carry up to 20 lbs.

Postural activities include climbing, maneuvering, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling above, under and around machinery, equipment occasionally and includes reaching, handling, touching grasping machine parts, controls, control panels, levers, and switches as needed.

Ability to climb ladders, stairs, platforms and scaffolding to diagnose/troubleshoot process and equipment occasionally.

Ability to work in non-permit required spaces and at various heights using PPE as required.

Physical effort required, continuous mental and visual attention required.

The performance of this position includes exposure to the manufacturing areas where certain areas require the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as Safety Glasses with Side Shields and Hearing Protection. Primary environment: ambient room temperatures, lighting and traditional office equipment as found in a typical office environment. Required to be able to read documents and computer screens.

DISCLAIMER

The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise; employment in this job is an “at will” employment relationship.