Electrical Controls Engineer - Automation & PLC Specialist

Pilkington North America Inc.; Laurinburg (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k plan

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Paid holidays and vacations

Education assistance

Job summary

Pilkington North America Inc. in Laurinburg, NC is seeking an Electrical/Automation/Controls Engineer to lead control system projects, coordinate contractors, and support commissioning of new equipment.

The role requires strong PLC, HMI/SCADA and AutoCAD skills, along with a track record in process optimization and safety adherence. Responsibilities include developing electrical drawings, leading change management, and mentoring staff while maintaining a focus on reliability and continuous

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology (or equivalent experience).
• Experience with Ladder Logic, Structured Text, and Function Block programming.
• Experience with HMI/SCADA programming.
• Experience setting up process network devices and IIoT.
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent troubleshooting ability and knowledge of electrical equipment.
• Proficient in Microsoft software.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate continuous improvement activities using data-driven problem solving.
• Manage projects with external contractors and ensure safety policies are followed on site.
• Develop, maintain & update electrical/site drawings via AutoCAD.
• Assist in commissioning of new plant equipment and systems.
• Lead design changes and equipment overhauls involving new control systems.
• Train personnel for system operations and safety.

Skills

Ladder Logic

Structured Text

Function Block

HMI/SCADA programming

IIoT / Process networking

Project coordination

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

Studio 5000

Job description

Pilkington North America Inc. in Laurinburg, NC is seeking an Electrical/Automation/Controls Engineer to lead control system projects, coordinate contractors, and support commissioning of new equipment.

The role requires strong PLC, HMI/SCADA and AutoCAD skills, along with a track record in process optimization and safety adherence. Responsibilities include developing electrical drawings, leading change management, and mentoring staff while maintaining a focus on reliability and continuous