Manufacturing Engineer - Controls

Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co., Inc.; Liberty (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sprinkler manufacturer located in Liberty, SC is seeking a dynamic Manufacturing Controls Engineer to design, build, and program manufacturing and installation of electrical equipment. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and 7–10 years of experience in the field. This role involves evaluating electrical systems, developing manufacturing processes, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Proficiency in PLC software and strong data analysis skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years of experience in electrical engineering or a related field.
• Familiarity with manufacturing execution systems.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate electrical systems and conduct research programs.
• Create plans using software.
• Design testing methods and analyze data.
• Develop manufacturing processes and components.
• Program robots and drives.
• Provide production support and troubleshoot equipment.
• Manage network data transfer methodologies for PLC data.
• Ensure projects meet safety regulations.
• Collaborate with vendors for equipment ordering.
• Manage capital projects and develop quotations.

Skills

Data analysis and interpretation

PLC software (ladder logic)

Proficiency in design techniques

General manufacturing assembly equipment

Microsoft Office

AutoCad

Access

PLC programming

Drive software

HMI programming

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field

Job description

Position Overview

Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Company is seeking a dynamic Manufacturing Controls Engineer to design, build, and program manufacturing and installation of electrical equipment, components, or systems for our organization.

Department & Location

Department: Engineering

Location: Liberty, SC

How You Will Help

• Evaluate electrical systems, products, components, and applications by designing and conducting research programs.
• Create plans using computer‑assisted engineering and design software.
• Confirm system and component capabilities by designing testing methods and properties.
• Analyze customer requirements and develop electrical products through research and testing of manufacturing and assembly methods and materials.
• Develop manufacturing processes by designing and modifying equipment for building and assembling sprinkler components.
• Program robots and drives.
• Provide production support to analyze and suggest solutions.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment.
• Proficiently manage network data transfer methodologies for PLC data collection.
• Design, install, and maintain manufacturing execution systems.
• Ensure product quality by designing electrical testing methods and analyzing data.
• Ensure projects meet electrical safety regulations per NEC codes.
• Collaborate with outside vendors regarding equipment ordering, etc.
• Develop quotations for new machinery for capital budget projects.
• Manage capital projects from inception to final turnover to production.
• Troubleshoot electrical issues with machinery using PLC software and tools to check hardware issues.
• Promote a safe workplace by performing all tasks safely and thoughtfully, complying with all rules and procedures and using appropriate personal protective equipment, and reporting unsafe conditions immediately.
• Perform other duties as directed.

What You Will Bring

• Strong data analysis and interpretation skills.
• Knowledge of PLC software (ladder logic), vision systems, and motor drives.
• Proficiency in design techniques, tools, principles, and engineering technology.
• Working knowledge of general manufacturing assembly equipment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, AutoCad, Access, PLC programming, drive software, and HMI programming.
• Knowledge of data collection concepts and data storage and retrieval.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 7–10+ years of experience in electrical engineering or a related field.
• Familiarity with and working knowledge of manufacturing execution systems.