Manufacturing Controls Engineer

Clarios; Kernersville (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with company matching

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Job summary

Clarios in Kernersville, NC is seeking a Manufacturing & Controls Engineer to contribute to design, development, and upgrade of assembly equipment and processes. The role involves mechanical, electrical, and system design deliverables for multiple projects and advancing to SME level for key equipment and processes.

You will participate in cross-functional teams, lead smaller development projects, provide technical support for plant operations, and implement process changes across existing

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical or Manufacturing preferred.)
• Minimum 3 years of experience in an engineering role within a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics
• Ability to design pneumatic and hydraulic systems, create pneumatic and hydraulic schematics, and ability to interpret pneumatic and hydraulic schematics.
• Ability to access and edit machine PLC code; RSlogix/Studio5000 PLC programming software- Allen Bradley
• 3D modeling and 2D drafting experience; SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Participate in cross-functional teams assignments to develop changes to existing equipment.
• Function as a Project Lead in smaller development projects that have impact on the business objectives.
• Provides technical support for plant operations including maintenance support, capital project implementation, and Six Sigma project rollout support.
• Prepare project review information to share with team members, supervisor, manager and director and other appropriate leadership levels on a specified frequency for specified projects.
• Implement process changes on existing equipment, and assist with the development and installation of production expansion equipment in the assembly.
• Assist corporate and plant level Safety, Environmental, and Quality Assurance Dept. personnel to ensure that manufacturing assembly processes and assembly equipment meet all Safety, Environmental, and Quality and Engineering requirements.
• Communicate with plant manufacturing employees to align project focus and to define barriers to production performance that require attention.
• Develop equipment functional statements of work, equipment acceptance test plans.
• Travel to equipment supplier sites to perform equipment qualification and acceptance testing evaluation.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Electrical schematics

Hydraulic systems design

Pneumatic systems design

PLC programming Allen Bradley

RSLogix/Studio5000

3D modeling

2D drafting

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

RSLogix/Studio5000

Job description

What you will do

The Manufacturing & Controls Engineer participates as a team member in small and large projects in the Manufacturing Facility. The Engineer provides mechanical, electrical, and system design deliverables for assigned projects. The Engineer develops process specification changes, creates and update Operator and Maintenance Work instructions for the assembly processes and assembly equipment as assigned. Updates to Assembly Process Flow Charts and PFEMA documentation are also assignments for the Engineer. The Engineer will be development to the level of a competent SME (Subject Matter Expert) for assigned Assembly Equipment and Processes.

How you will do it

• Participate in cross-functional teams assignments to develop changes to existing equipment.
• Function as a Project Lead in smaller development projects that have impact on the business objectives.
• Provides technical support for plant operations including maintenance support, capital project implementation, and Six Sigma project rollout support.
• Prepare project review information to share with team members, supervisor, manager and director and other appropriate leadership levels on a specified frequency for specified projects.
• Implement process changes on existing equipment, and assist with the development and installation of production expansion equipment in the assembly.
• Assist corporate and plant level Safety, Environmental, and Quality Assurance Dept. personnel to ensure that manufacturing assembly processes and assembly equipment meet all Safety, Environmental, and Quality and Engineering requirements.
• Communicate with plant manufacturing employees to align project focus and to define barriers to production performance that require attention.
• Develop equipment functional statements of work, equipment acceptance test plans.
• Travel to equipment supplier sites to perform equipment qualification and acceptance testing evaluation.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

What we look for

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical or Manufacturing preferred.)
• Minimum 3 years of experience in an engineering role within a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics
• Ability to design pneumatic and hydraulic systems, create pneumatic and hydraulic schematics, and ability to interpret pneumatic and hydraulic schematics.
• Ability to access and edit machine PLC code; RSlogix/Studio5000 PLC programming software- Allen Bradley
• 3D modeling and 2D drafting experience; SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred

• Other beneficial skills: Minitab, Six Sigma

What you get

• Medical, dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching – all starting on date of hire
• Tuition reimbursement, perks, and discounts
• Parental and caregiver leave programs
• All the usual benefits such as paid time off, flexible spending, short-and long-term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, and Employee Assistance Program
• Global market strength and worldwide market share leadership
• HQ location earns LEED certification for sustainability plus a full-service cafeteria and workout facility
• Clarios has been recognized as one of 2026's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere. This prestigious recognition marks the fourth consecutive year Clarios has received this distinction.

Who we are

Clarios is the force behind the world’s most recognizable car battery brands, powering vehicles from leading automakers like Ford, General Motors, Toyota, Honda, and Nissan. With 18,000 employees worldwide, we develop, manufacture, and distribute energy storage solutions while recovering, recycling, and reusing up to 99% of battery materials—setting the standard for sustainability in our industry. At Clarios, we’re not just making batteries; we’re shaping the future of sustainable transportation. Join our mission to innovate, push boundaries, and make a real impact. Discover your potential at Clarios—where your power meets endless possibilities.

Veterans/Military Spouses

We value the leadership, adaptability, and technical expertise developed through military service. At Clarios, those capabilities thrive in an environment built on grit, ingenuity, and passion—where you can grow your career while helping to power progress worldwide. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please apply. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to challenging the status quo. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or other protected characteristics protected by law. As a federal contractor, we are committed to not discriminating against any applicant or employee based on these protected statuses. We will also take affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunities. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process by emailing [e-mail]. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our teams in terms of work experience, area of expertise, and all characteristics protected by laws in the countries where we operate. For more information on our commitment to sustainability, diversity, and equal opportunity, please read our latest report. We want you to know your rights because EEO is the law.