Project Lead, Controls & Automation Engineer

Robert Bosch Group; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401(k) match

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Job summary

Bosch Charleston is seeking a project lead for software development, PLC programming and IT infrastructure implementations in our automated manufacturing environment. You will guide investigations, trials and improvements to high‑volume processes while setting up machines and documenting work according to standards.

You will mentor hourly associates, drive safety, cost and quality improvements, and participate in daily MES‑driven management to meet targets and enable continuous performance gains.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering and 3+ years of technical experience.
• Hands-on with highly automated equipment and robotics (Kuka, Staubly).
• Experience with data analytics tools (PowerBI, Tableau).
• Ability to travel internationally for training and projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead software development, PLC programming and IT infra implementations.
• Perform investigations, trials, and improvements in automated manufacturing processes.
• Set up machines and devices to prepare investigations as indicated.
• Create and maintain manufacturing docs and quality plans per standards.
• Identify and resolve quality issues related to automated equipment.
• Mentor hourly associates in proactive maintenance and training materials.
• Lead projects to improve safety, cost, quality, delivery and utilization.
• Participate in daily MES‑driven area management to meet targets.

Skills

Automation expertise

CNC & robotics

Data analytics tools

Electrical diagrams

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

BS in Engineering

Tools

PowerBI

Tableau

MySQL

SQL Server

Oracle

Job description

Bosch Charleston is seeking a project lead for software development, PLC programming and IT infrastructure implementations in our automated manufacturing environment. You will guide investigations, trials and improvements to high‑volume processes while setting up machines and documenting work according to standards.

You will mentor hourly associates, drive safety, cost and quality improvements, and participate in daily MES‑driven management to meet targets and enable continuous performance gains.