Controls Engineer

STIWA Group; Rock Hill (SC); On-site; USD 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Career development

Travel opportunities

Job summary

STIWA Group in Rock Hill, SC is seeking a Controls Engineer to architect high-performance automation. You will program, validate, and commission control systems using PLCs and HMI, leading hardware-in-the-loop validation and on-site commissioning worldwide.

You will travel internationally for training and project execution, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive process improvements for reliability and efficiency in complex automation environments.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related ABET-accredited field.
• 2-4 years of hands-on experience with PLCs and HMI/OIT.
• Willingness to travel internationally for training and project execution.

Responsibilities

• Program, build, and validate sophisticated control systems with pneumatics, servos, VFDs and HMI touchscreens.
• Lead setup and startup of advanced machinery at US and Austria facilities and at customer sites worldwide.
• Refine machines to improve efficiency and long-term reliability; document specifications and project blueprints.
• Provide post-sales support and deliver high-level technical training to global clients.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI/OIT

Problem-solving

Strong communication

Travel willingness

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Tools

PLC

HMI

Job description

Are you a problem-solver who thrives on seeing complex systems come to life? We are looking for a Controls Engineer to join our team at STIWA. In this role, you won’t just be writing code; you’ll be the architect of high-performance automation, taking projects from initial programming and in-house validation to global commissioning.
If you are looking for a position that offers deep technical challenges, international travel, and the chance to work with world-class automation technology, we want to hear from you!

• You will program, build, and validate sophisticated control systems incorporating pneumatics, servos, variable frequency drives (VFDs), and HMI touchscreens to meet rigorous technical standards.
• You will lead the setup and startup of advanced machinery both in-house at our US and Austria facilities and at customer sites worldwide, ensuring seamless integration and performance.
• Beyond basic functionality, you will focus on process excellence by continually refining machines and systems to ensure peak operational efficiency and long-term reliability.
• You will create clear specifications and comprehensive technical documentation that serve as the essential blueprint for project success and team alignment.
• You will provide expert after-sales support and deliver high-level technical training, empowering our global clients to succeed through expert guidance and partnership.

Your profile

• You hold a BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related ABET-accredited field, providing the theoretical core for our complex control systems.
• Ideally possessing 2-4 years of hands-on experience, you will utilize PLCs and HMI/OIT to drive sophisticated process control and industrial automation solutions.
• You are energized by the prospect of international travel, including extensive technical training at our STIWA Group headquarters in Austria and global project execution across the USA, Mexico, Canada, and Brazil.
• You bring excellent communication skills and a natural inclination for responsibility, working seamlessly within multidisciplinary teams while demonstrating the potential to grow into future leadership roles.
• Please note: We are strictly focusing on candidates currently residing within the U.S., and we are not offering visa sponsorships for this position at this time.

Our offer

• A challenging and responsible position in a high-tech company with an international background.
• We provide a competitive compensation package between $27.00 - $32.00 / hr- with higher potential for experienced professionals complemented by full health benefits effective after a 2-month probation.
• You will benefit from generous paid time off and clear career development pathways, designed to support continuous skill expansion and progression into future leadership roles.
• Based at our Rock Hill, SC site with a Monday-Friday schedule, you will maintain a professional home base while remaining available for travel during critical machine commissioning phases.