Experienced Controls Engineer — PLC & HMI Automation

Yanfeng US Automotive Interior Systems I LLC; Fountain Inn (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Yanfeng US Automotive Interior Systems I LLC is seeking a Controls Engineer/PLC to program production facilities, diagnose electrical/electronic components, and support equipment standardization across plant operations.

The role requires hands-on experience with Allen Bradley PLC programming, AB drives, and PanelView HMIs, plus travel to customer sites and knowledge of hydraulic/pneumatic control systems.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience as an electronic engineer or similar.
• 3+ years of experience in the automotive industry.
• Willing to travel to customer sites and work in industrial environments.
• Special knowledge of electronic design systems.
• Ability to program and interface Allen Bradley drives and controls systems.
• Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems related to controls.
• Experience with Allen Bradley PLC programming.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve electrical and mechanical malfunctions on production equipment.
• Assist in installing new control equipment and bringing it online.
• Develop specifications for electrical control systems and modifications.
• Provide technical support and perform periodic electrical analysis on equipment.
• Recommend equipment modifications or replacements to meet standards.
• Provide training on machine controls and motor controllers.
• Research cost-effective upgrades for equipment and facilities.
• Keep updated electrical drawings and maintain backups of programs.
• Develop programming for PLCs, robots, and Panel Views to maximize quality and production.
• Support other facilities as needed and maintain corporate programming standards.
• Improve human-machine interfaces and implement quality improvements.

Skills

Allen Bradley PLC programming

Hydraulic systems knowledge

Pneumatic systems knowledge

Electrical/electronic design knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Engineering Technology

Tools

Siemens PLC programming

Allen Bradley drives

PanelView / HMI

Job description

Yanfeng US Automotive Interior Systems I LLC is seeking a Controls Engineer/PLC to program production facilities, diagnose electrical/electronic components, and support equipment standardization across plant operations.

The role requires hands-on experience with Allen Bradley PLC programming, AB drives, and PanelView HMIs, plus travel to customer sites and knowledge of hydraulic/pneumatic control systems.