Controls Engineer - Battery Energy Systems (Seneca, SC)

BorgWarner; South Carolina; Presencial; USD 65.000 - 95.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

BorgWarner in the United States seeks a Controls Engineer to design and develop electrical and control systems for industrial automation, aiming to improve production efficiency and equipment reliability.

In this role you will work within the Drivetrain Systems All Wheel Drive Engineering matrix, collaborating with the Engineering Manager to implement PLC/robotics solutions and support testing and installation activities across manufacturing lines.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• 0–2 years experience in controls engineering, programming, robotics, etc.
• Experience with Siemens PLC, HMI programming and troubleshooting.
• Kuka robot experience and knowledge of Keyence vision systems.
• Familiarity with safety standards for industrial equipment (OSHA, NFPA).

Responsabilidades

• Design electrical and control systems for industrial automation.
• Install, troubleshoot, and repair controls, instruments, and systems.
• Program and configure plant floor data interfaces and traceability.
• Lead support for vision inspection systems and testing procedures.
• Collaborate with other groups to describe installation details and maintenance.
• Review schematics with customers during installation of robot systems.

Conocimientos

AutoCAD

Electrical theory

Project management

Educación

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Herramientas

Siemens PLC

HMI programming

Kuka Robot

Keyence Vision

Descripción del empleo

A Controls Engineer performs a vital role in designing and developing systems for manufacturing operations. They may design layout, materials and information flow, or machine placement. Additionally, a Control Engineer can be responsible for increasing production efficiency by evaluating performance and proposing and implementing improvements. The Control Engineer works within the Drivetrain Systems All Wheel Drive Engineering matrixed organization in collaboration with the Engineering Manager.

Key Roles & Responsibilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must have the ability to be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Standard Duties :

• Design electrical and control systems for industrial automation systems
• Designs and drafts diagrams of cable connection for robots, robot end-of-arm tool, robot controller, and other machines.
• Designs and drafts arrangement of linkage of conductors, relays, and other components of electrical, electronic, hydraulic, pneumatic, and lubrication devices.
• Install, troubleshoot, and repair controls, instruments, equipment and systems for new commercial, domestic, and industrial uses including electrical/pneumatic issues.
• Program and configure plant floor data interfaces (traceability)
• Diagrams logic system for functions such as sequence and timing control.
• Lead support for vision inspection systems
• Write work instructions for Controls processes including program, PLCs, automation, etc.
• Support developing robust Process Control Plan for production.
• Collaborates with other functional groups to illustrate and describe installation and maintenance details such as where bearings should be lubricated, types of lubrication, and which parts are lubricated automatically and manually.
• Confers with equipment manufacturers to resolve problems regarding building of controls systems.
• Reviews schematics with customer's representatives to answer questions during installation of robot systems.
• Observes gauges during trial run of programmed machine and equipment operation to verify that electrical signals in system conform to specifications.
• Designs controls for energy conversion or other industrial plant monitoring systems.
• Troubleshoots electrical equipment, facilities, components, products, and systems for commercial, industrial, and domestic purposes.
• Leads others in the fabrication of test control apparatus and equipment, and determines methods, procedures, and conditions for testing products.
• Performs tasks to ensure that manufacturing, construction, installation, and operational testing conform to functional specifications and customer requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills

• Superb computer literacy, including Windows/Microsoft based software applications and AutoCad skills.
• Results-oriented, with strong organizational and project management skills
• Must have a proficient understanding of electrical theory and be able to navigate schematics.

Additional Information:

• Travel is occasionally required, up to 5% of the time.

Safety and Physical Requirements:

• All employees are responsible for knowing, understanding and complying with the safety policies and procedures.
• Wear PPE when appropriate in designated campus areas.
• Lifting shoulder high up to 35 lbs. on occasion.

Key Competencies:

• Safety
• Initiative
• Judgement/Decision Making
• Teamwork/Interpersonal Skills
• Attendance

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree required, preferably in Engineering and Computer and Electrical Engineering
• 0 - 2 years experience in controls engineering, programming, robotics, etc.
• Intermediate experience in Siemens PLC & HMI programming/troubleshooting
• Kuka Robot experience
• Torque screw drivers
• Experience in Keyence Vision systems
• Experience with AutoCAD (electrical design)
• Familiarity with safety standards for industrial equipment (OSHA, NFPA, etc)
• Knowledge of electrical and mechanical manufacturing processes
• High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with others.

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