Controls Engineer – Automotive Robotics & PLCs

Auria; Old Fort (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Fertility Benefits

Parental Leave & Adoption Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Company match 50% up to 8%

Job summary

Auria is seeking a Controls Engineer to join the Old Fort, NC plant. You will lead updates and design of machine controls, including robotics and PLC systems, to support safe and efficient production.

This role requires 5–7 years in automotive or manufacturing controls, experience with OEMs, and a strong background in electrical and networking skills. Travel to NA plants may be needed; join a team focused on innovation and reliability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in mechanical engineering.
• 5-7 years as a Controls Engineer in automotive or manufacturing.
• Experience with automotive OEMs, preferably Volvo, Mercedes, BMW.

Responsibilities

• Update, modify and improve existing controls systems including robotics, ladder logic, electrical distribution, motor controls, and HMI interfaces.
• Design and develop new machine controls involving robotics, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and vision systems.
• Coordinate with engineering and maintenance on modifications to keep production running.
• Knowledge of machine and plant networking solutions.
• Collaborate with OEMs to ensure new equipment meets safety and controls standards.
• Integrate barcode scanners/cameras into PLC control systems.
• Integrate assembly verification/poke-yoke systems.
• Identify cost reduction opportunities.
• Continually learn new devices and controls as technology evolves.
• Maintain systems at maximum acceptable levels.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Robotics integration

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Deductive reasoning

Electrical & control systems knowledge

Education

Bachelor's in mechanical engineering

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

Rockwell, Mitsubishi, Siemens, Omron PLC/HMI

Job description

Auria is seeking a Controls Engineer to join the Old Fort, NC plant. You will lead updates and design of machine controls, including robotics and PLC systems, to support safe and efficient production.

This role requires 5–7 years in automotive or manufacturing controls, experience with OEMs, and a strong background in electrical and networking skills. Travel to NA plants may be needed; join a team focused on innovation and reliability.