Industrial Control Systems Engineer, Fiber Optic Processes

Torrey Holistics; Claremont (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Industrial Controls Engineer role focusing on PLC programming and automation for optical-fiber manufacturing. Lead PC-based control, PLC logic, and operator interfaces across production and facilities.

Responsibilities include commissioning new equipment, troubleshooting daily issues, and maintaining backups per plant standards while complying with safety guidelines (ISO 45001/ISO 14001).

Qualifications

• B.S. in Engineering or Computer Science required.
• Proven experience programming Rockwell Allen-Bradley, Schneider, and/or Siemens PLCs.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain PLC programs for manufacturing processes and support equipment.
• Serve as controls/automation resource across production and facilities.
• Commission new production equipment from checkout to stable operation.
• Ensure backups of programs and critical files per plant standards.

Skills

PLC programming

Rockwell AB

Siemens/Schneider PLCs

Troubleshooting

Continuous improvement

Communication

Documentation

Minimal supervision

Education

B.S. in Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

Profibus

Ethernet

Modbus+

Servo drives

Motion control

Job description

Build the systems that power precisionOur mission is simple: produce optical fiber with exceptional quality and reliability. As an Industrial Control Systems Engineer in our Automation group, you will architect, refine, and sustain the PC and PLC control strategies that make that mission possible.Your missionDesign, develop, and maintain PLC programs governing manufacturing processes and support equipment across production and facilities.Serve as a go-to controls and automation resource for optical fiber manufacturing, spanning PC-based control, PLC logic, and operator interfaces.Work shoulder-to-shoulder with technical staff to resolve daily issues tied to equipment and control software.Drive the commissioning of new production equipment from initial checkout through stable operation.Ensure proper backups of all programs and critical support files are maintained per plant standards.Comply with all applicable safety procedures and ISO 45001 / ISO 14001 HSE guidelines.Other duties as assigned by supervisor or a member of management.Your toolkitB.S. in Engineering or Computer Science.Practical experience programming Rockwell Allen-Bradley, Schneider, and or Siemens PLCs.Exceptional analytical and technical troubleshooting skills.Ability to champion and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.Excellent communication skills across functions and shifts.High standards for detail, quality, and documentation.Comfort operating with minimal supervision.Bonus experienceFiber optic or similarly high-automation manufacturing experience.Proficiency in IEC programming languages: Ladder, Sequential function charts, Structured text, and Function Block Diagrams.Hands-on work with Profibus, Ethernet, and Modbus+ networks.HMI development including PC-to-PLC and PC-to-Database data transactions.Servo drive and motion controller programming.Why this role mattersEvery robust interlock, well-structured routine, and verified backup safeguards production continuity and product quality. Your craftsmanship in controls translates directly to stable operations and continuous improvement across the plant.