Electrical Controls Engineer – Power and Automation Systems

BorgWarner

Hendersonville (NC)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 140,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Medical Coverage

Onsite Health Clinic

Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

401k with matching

Holidays and Vacation Day 1

Annual incentive program

Job summary

BorgWarner Arden Facility is seeking an experienced Electrical Controls Engineer to design, develop, and optimize advanced control systems for industrial manufacturing. This role drives automation strategy, mentors engineers, and ensures safety and reliability across production lines.

The candidate will lead commissioning, collaborate with mechanical and IT teams, and help scale power generation systems for data centers and microgrid applications, contributing to BorgWarner’s broader industrial

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or related field.
8+ years of experience in controls engineering within manufacturing industries.
Advanced proficiency in PLC programming and HMI/SCADA platforms.
Strong understanding of industrial electrical systems, motor controls, robotics integration, and automation networks.
Experience with safety systems and standards (ISO 13849, ISO 26262, SIL).
Proficiency in electrical CAD tools (AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN).
Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

Lead the design and implementation of electrical control systems for automated equipment, robotics, and assembly lines in industrial product manufacturing.
Architect and program PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems to support high-volume production environments.
Develop and review electrical schematics, panel layouts, and wiring diagrams using AutoCAD Electrical or EPLAN.
Specify and validate components including sensors, drives, safety devices, and control panels.
Troubleshoot and resolve high-level system issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement long-term corrective actions.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate controls into new and existing systems.
Ensure compliance with building and industry standards and safety regulations.
Lead commissioning, testing, and validation of control systems at manufacturing sites.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on system reliability, cycle time reduction, and energy efficiency.
Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership on controls-related projects.
Maintain and enforce documentation standards for system architecture, programming, and change management.