Controls Engineer in Norman

Energy Jobline ZR; Norman (OK); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with generous matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Life and protection

Job summary

Bosch Home Comfort Group in Norman, OK seeks a skilled Controls Engineer to design, implement, troubleshoot, and improve control systems for high-volume HVAC manufacturing. You will support production lines, presses, lasers, and related automation to maximize uptime, safety, and quality.

The role emphasizes hands-on automation, with collaboration across Maintenance, Facilities, and Engineering to drive improvements and implement new technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
• 3 years of hands-on experience as a Controls/Automation Engineer in a manufacturing environment (HVAC, automotive, or heavy industry).
• Experience with PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and robotics is required.
• Knowledge of safety circuits and electrical design standards.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, commission, and maintain PLC-based control systems and HMIs.
• Troubleshoot electrical and automation issues on the production floor to minimize downtime.
• Collaborate with Maintenance, Facilities, and Engineering on upgrades and new installations.
• Develop control logic, safety interlocks, and improve throughput and energy efficiency.
• Create accurate documentation including schematics and SOPs.
• Provide technical training and support to maintenance staff.
• Manage small to medium-capital projects related to controls and automation.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI development

VFDs and servo systems

Troubleshooting

Industrial networks

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CAD tools

PLC programming tools

Job description

Job Description

Company Description

The Bosch Home Comfort Group is a global provider of efficient heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) solutions with an innovative product portfolio adapted to regional needs. Following the acquisition of the residential and light commercial HVAC business from Johnson Controls and the Johnson Controls-Hitachi Air Conditioning Joint Venture in August 2025, the company unites a comprehensive portfolio of global and regional brands, including Bosch, Buderus, Hitachi, and YORK®. The Bosch Home Comfort Group employs more than 25,000 people worldwide and has a strong market presence in America, Asia, and Europe / Middle East / Africa, with a global network of 33 production sites and 26 development centers (including minority interests). With the acquisition, the Bosch Home Comfort Group almost doubles in size to more than eight billion euros in sales.

Job Description

What you will do:

We are looking for a skilled Controls Engineer to join our Manufacturing team in Norman, OK. This role focuses on the design, implementation, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of control systems for production equipment and automated manufacturing processes. You will support HVAC manufacturing, assembly lines, press brakes, laser systems, and other critical plant equipment to maximize uptime, efficiency, safety, and quality. This is a hands-on position ideal for someone passionate about industrial automation in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, program, commission, and maintain PLC-based control systems, HMIs, robotics, servo drives, and automation for production machinery and processes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical, controls, and automation issues on the production floor to minimize downtime (root cause analysis, corrective actions).
• Collaborate with Maintenance, Facilities, and Engineering teams on equipment upgrades, new installations, and integration of new technologies.
• Develop and optimize control logic, sequences, and safety interlocks to improve throughput, quality, and energy efficiency.
• Support MFMEA, risk assessments, and reliability initiatives for manufacturing equipment.
• Create and maintain accurate documentation including electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, PLC programs, HMI screens, and standard operating procedures.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards (e.g., OSHA, LOTO, electrical codes) and Bosch internal requirements.
• Participate in continuous improvement (Lean/CI) projects, including automation enhancements and process optimization.
• Provide technical training and support to maintenance technicians and operators.
• Manage small-to-medium capital projects related to controls and automation.
• Occasional travel for training, supplier support, or multi-site collaboration.

Qualifications

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience).
• 3 years of hands-on experience as a Controls Engineer or Automation Engineer in a manufacturing environment (HVAC, automotive, or heavy industry).

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in PLC programming (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, or similar), HMI development, and industrial networking.
• Experience with variable frequency drives (VFDs), servo systems, sensors, vision systems, and robotics.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for electrical controls, instrumentation, and automated equipment.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes such as coil forming, sheet metal handling, pressing, or assembly lines is a plus.
• Knowledge of safety circuits, electrical design standards, and CAD tools for schematics.

Additional Information

Equal Opportunity Employer, including / veterans

Bosch adheres to Federal, State, and Local laws regarding drug-testing. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a drug screen and background check. Candidates who have been offered the position must pass both screenings before their start date.

Your well-being matters at Bosch! We offer a competitive compensation and a benefits package designed to empower you in every area of your life. This includes premium health coverage, a 401(k) with generous matching, resources for financial planning and goal setting, ample paid time off, parental leave, and comprehensive life and protection. We're investing in your success!

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