Lead Controls Engineer – Automation, PLC & MES

Bosch USA; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

PTO 16 days / 30+ with tenure

401k with 75% match up to 9%

Onsite cafeteria

Onsite Starbucks

Medical, dental, vision

Job summary

Bosch Charleston, part of Bosch USA, seeks a seasoned engineer to lead software, PLC programming and IT infrastructure efforts in automated manufacturing. You will set up investigations, develop docs, mentor staff and drive improvements across safety, quality and efficiency.

The role requires hands-on automation experience, cross-functional collaboration, and domestic/international travel for projects. Competitive benefits accompany the role.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering with 3+ years of technical experience.
• Hands-on with highly automated equipment (CNC, robotics, vision systems).
• Experience with programming in object-oriented languages and web tech (PLC, C#, Python, HTML/JS).
• Knowledge of data analytics tools (PowerBI, Tableau) and relational databases (MySQL, SQL, Oracle).
• Ability to travel (including international) for training/projects/IPN activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead software development, PLC programming and IT infrastructure implementations.
• Perform investigations, trials and improvements in automated manufacturing processes.
• Set up machines/devices for investigations as required.
• Create/maintain manufacturing docs and quality plans per standards.
• Identify and resolve quality issues with automated equipment.
• Mentor hourly associates in proactive maintenance and training materials.
• Lead projects to improve safety, cost, quality, delivery and utilization.
• Participate in daily management using MES and analytics to meet targets.

Skills

CNC machines

Robotics (Kuka/Staubly)

Vision systems

Programming (PLC, C#, Python, HTML/JS)

Data analytics (PowerBI, Tableau)

Databases & IT concepts (MySQL, MSSQL,

Education

BS in Engineering (Controls/Automation/Electrical/Mechanical)

Tools

MS Windows / IT infrastructure

HVAC/industrial automation equipment

Job description

Bosch Charleston, part of Bosch USA, seeks a seasoned engineer to lead software, PLC programming and IT infrastructure efforts in automated manufacturing. You will set up investigations, develop docs, mentor staff and drive improvements across safety, quality and efficiency.

The role requires hands-on automation experience, cross-functional collaboration, and domestic/international travel for projects. Competitive benefits accompany the role.