Controls Engineer Specialist

BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC; Woodruff (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) plan

Company vehicle program

Paid time off

Retirement Income Account

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

FSA

Job summary

BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC in Woodruff, SC seeks a Controls Engineer Specialist to lead PLC, control, and SCADA design initiatives and provide technical support across model introductions and production lines.

You will collaborate with planning partners to standardize PLCs and control systems, improve uptime, and ensure robust documentation. A strong background in Siemens PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA is essential.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in IT or engineering or equivalent technical field.
• 5+ years in a highly automated manufacturing environment.
• 5+ years programming/troubleshooting PLCs (Siemens TIA Portal/S7).
• 5+ years with PLCs, networks, HMIs, drives and control components.
• 5+ years of MS Office skills.
• 3+ years PC hardware troubleshooting and TCP/IP networking.
• 5+ years of professional communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and provide technical design support for PLC, controls, and SCADA systems.
• Collaborate to develop design standards for PLCs and control systems.
• Plan improvements to improve process capability, uptime, and reliability.
• Participate in cross-functional project teams supporting PLCs and SCADA.
• Provide technical support during model introductions and issue resolution.
• Ensure proper operation and documentation from line builders and integrators.
• Interface with IT to ensure efficient SCADA operation.
• Develop solutions in automated processes using PLCs and SCADA.
• Develop HMIs and production monitoring systems for line control.
• Coordinate with suppliers to maintain BMW standards.
• Develop and maintain user and support documentation.
• Evaluate concepts with technical and financial focus; drive changes.
• Support technical training and development programs.
• Understand VPS Principles and Standard Work; adhere to 5S and Safety.

Skills

PLC programming

Troubleshooting

MS Office

Networking TCP/IP

Communication skills

Education

BS in IT or engineering

AA/AS + 2 years experience

Tools

Siemens TIA Portal/S7

SCADA systems

HMI

Job description

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Description

• Leads and provides technical design support for overall PLC, controls, and SCADA systems implementation within the department which includes the interfaces to SCADA systems, parts-ordering, and other data management systems.
• Collaborates with specialist and planning partners to develop design standards and specifications for PLCs and control systems.
• Plans and implements improvements within department related to PLCs and control systems to positively affect process capability, system uptime, and reliability.
• Participates in cross-functional project teams supporting activities related to PLCs, control systems, and SCADA systems.
• Provides technical support related to PLCs, networks, SCADA systems, andcontrol systems during the introduction of new models and for issue resolution during series production.
• Ensures proper PLC and control system operation and system-specific documentation delivery from line builders and systems integrators.
• Interfaces with the IT group as a key user to ensure efficient operation of the department SCADA systems.
• Develops solutions and countermeasures in automated processes using PLCs, control systems, and SCADA systems to improve equipment safety, efficiency, cost, and reliability.
• Develops HMI and production monitoring system for automatic line control and maintenance information systems for all department operations.
• Coordinates with suppliers to ensure that best programming practices and BMW standards are being utilized consistently and throughout all areas.
• Develops and maintains user and support documentation for areas of responsibility.
• Evaluates concepts with technical and financial focus and drivesnecessary changes according to the BMW Group standards and local requirements.
• Supports department technical training and development program by conducting training classes and providing technical documentation.
• Understands and models VPS (Value Added Production System) Principles and concepts of Standard Work and Problem Solving.
• Adheres to 5S and Safety Standards and Principles.
• Performs other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in IT or engineering (Electrical/Computer/Software preferred);OR AA/AS degree in a related technical field (IT/Electrical/Computer/Software) and 2 years of professional software and controls engineering experience in a manufacturing environment; OR the equivalent of 4 years of professional software and controls engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 5+ years of professional technical experience in a highly automated manufacturing environment (automotive preferred).
• 5+ years of professional experience in programming/troubleshooting PLC application software for manufacturing processes (Siemens TIA Portal/S7 and automotive preferred).li>
• 5+ years of professional experience with PLCs, Communication BUS, HMIs, safety PLCs, variable-frequency drives, motors, electrical schematics, and other control system components.
• 5+ years skills with software engineering concepts.
• 5+ years skills with control systems troubleshooting and design.
• 5+ years of MS Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, Access).
• 5+ years of professional communication skills (written, verbal and presentation).
• 3+ years skills with PC hardware troubleshooting, Networking and TCP/IP.

BMW Manufacturing is a leader in innovations and excellence. Come be a part of the extraordinary advanced manufacturing team where new technologies and ideas are constantly being discovered and implemented.

BMW Manufacturing is proud to be located in Upstate, South Carolina at the foothills of the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, providing the perfect mix of exciting city life and the great outdoors, or simply a great environment in which to raise a family.

In addition to offering a stimulating work environment and a great place to live, BMW Associates have access to an exceptional range of benefits. Our comprehensive benefits program includes: - Medical, Dental, Prescription and Vision coverage - Paid time off

• 401(k) plan with company matching contribution
• Retirement Income Account
• Life insurance
• BMW Associates Assistance Program
• Medical Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Company vehicle program

BMW Manufacturing Company is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of BMW MC to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all qualified persons regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Controls Engineer Specialist

Location: Woodruff, SC

United States

Legal Entity: BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC

Location: Woodruff, SC

Job Field: Maintenance

Job ID: 199153

Publication Date: 23.10.2026

General: Full-time