Controls Engineer — Automation & Process Improvement Lead

DSJ Global

North Carolina

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

DSJ Global is seeking a Controls Engineer to design, program, troubleshoot, and optimize PLC, HMI, and control systems within a North Carolina manufacturing facility. You will lead automation projects, support new equipment installations, and collaborate with operations, maintenance and engineering teams to improve production performance.

The role requires strong problem-solving, reading electrical schematics, and willingness to travel up to 70% across NC sites; experience with HMI/SCADA and

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
  • Experience with PLC programming and industrial automation systems.
  • Ability to read electrical drawings and schematics.
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
  • Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
  • Knowledge of HMI, SCADA, VFDs, and industrial networking.
  • Willingness to travel up to 70% across North Carolina sites.

Responsibilities

  • Design, program, and modify PLC, HMI, and control systems
  • Troubleshoot automation and equipment issues to minimize downtime
  • Support new equipment installations and process improvement projects
  • Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation and system standards
  • Ensure safe and reliable operation of manufacturing equipment

Skills

PLC programming
Industrial automation
Electrical drawings & schematics
Troubleshooting
Manufacturing environment experience
HMI/SCADA/VFDs
Industrial networking
Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

DSJ Global is seeking a Controls Engineer to design, program, troubleshoot, and optimize PLC, HMI, and control systems within a North Carolina manufacturing facility. You will lead automation projects, support new equipment installations, and collaborate with operations, maintenance and engineering teams to improve production performance.

The role requires strong problem-solving, reading electrical schematics, and willingness to travel up to 70% across NC sites; experience with HMI/SCADA and

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