Manufacturing Controls Engineer

Pratt & Whitney; Asheville (NC); Hybrid; USD 86,800 - 165,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) match

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

Job summary

RTX is seeking an experienced engineer to design, develop, and deploy Ignition SCADA systems for manufacturing hardware. You will work with Manufacturing, Quality, Materials, and Engineering to define requirements, integrate with PLCs and HMIs, and develop robust automation solutions.

The role requires strong programming skills (Python/Java), PLC experience, and proven project management in a manufacturing setting. Safety and on-time delivery are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years relevant experience, or 3 years with advanced degree.
• Extensive Ignition SCADA experience.
• Experience with PLCs, HMIs, sensors, and industrial networking.
• Proficient in Python, Java, and Ladder Logic.
• Strong project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy complex Ignition SCADA systems for manufacture of hardware.
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to define requirements and specifications.
• Integrate Ignition systems with PLCs, HMIs, databases, and other control systems.
• Configure Ignition software to meet project requirements, including custom scripts.
• Design and implement control systems, including PLC programming and hardware selection.
• Develop and test software solutions for manufacturing processes.
• Design, develop, and optimize machine automation solutions.
• Partner with Operations, Quality, Materials and Engineering to troubleshoot issues.
• Analyze processes and identify automation opportunities across teams.
• Ensure safety standards and best practices in manufacturing are followed.
• Manage project timelines, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence.

Skills

Ignition SCADA

PLC programming

HMIs

Industrial networking

Python

Java

Ladder Logic

Project management

Controls hardware

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Advanced degree in related field

Job description

What You Will Do

• Design, develop, and deploy complex Ignition SCADA systems for manufacture of hardware.
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams including Manufacturing engineering, Material handling, Quality, and Operations to define requirements and specifications.
• Integrate Ignition systems with PLCs, HMIs, databases, and other control systems in manufacturing.
• Configure Ignition software to meet specific project requirements, including developing custom scripts and templates.
• Design and implement control systems, including PLC programming, hardware selection, and network configuration.
• Develop and test software solutions for manufacturing processes, ensuring seamless communication and control.
• Design, develop, and optimize machine automation solutions for manufacturing processes.
• Partner with Operations, Quality, Materials and Engineering teams to troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to new product implementation, automation systems and controls hardware.
• Analyze processes and identify opportunities for automation and efficiency improvements through collaboration of various teams in manufacturing.
• Ensure all automation solutions comply with safety standards and best practices in manufacturing.
• Ability to manage project timelines of work performed, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budget.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, or a related field or equivalent experience and a minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience.
• Extensive experience in developing and integrating Ignition SCADA systems. Strong expertise in controls hardware engineering, including PLCs, HMIs, sensors, and industrial networking.
• Proven experience in machine automation within a manufacturing environment. Understanding of manufacturing processes and process optimization.
• Proficiency in programming languages used in automation and control systems (e.g., Python, Java, Ladder Logic).
• Strong project management skills with a track record of leading successful automation projects.

Salary and Benefits

The salary range for this role is $86,800 - $165,200 USD. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, holidays, and incentive compensation programs. Specific benefits are dependent on business unit and collective‑bargaining agreement.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.