Sr. Manufacturing & Controls Engineer

Clarios; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

401(k) with company matching

Tuition reimbursement

Parental and caregiver leave

Paid time off and disability insurance

Basic life insurance and travel ins.

Job summary

Clarios in Saint Joseph, MO seeks a Sr. Manufacturing & Controls Engineer to ensure production equipment operates safely, reliably, and efficiently. You'll lead technical projects, develop process specs, and mentor SME growth across assembly equipment and processes.

You'll collaborate with Maintenance, Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Safety teams to implement upgrades, optimize PFMEA documentation, and support capital expansion projects. This role demands hands-on problem solving.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of Manufacturing Engineering experience.
• Experience with PLC code troubleshooting and editing.
• Experience with industrial automation technologies (robotic programming, HMIs, drives).
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical and controls systems and read engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level troubleshooting support to Maintenance and Operations teams.
• Lead upgrades to existing equipment including PLC programming and control panels.
• Develop and implement process changes for equipment and support expansion projects.
• Collaborate with Safety, Environmental, Quality, and Engineering teams to meet standards.
• Prepare project reviews and communicate priorities to leadership.

Skills

PLC programming

Electrical controls

Mechanical modifications

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Equipment qualification

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

RSLogix/Studio 5000

FANUC

ABB

HMI/SCADA

SolidWorks/AutoCAD

Job description

What you will do

The Sr. Manufacturing & Controls Engineer will ensure production equipment operates safely, reliably, and efficiently. This role will manage and support manufacturing projects of varying size and complexity, providing system design deliverables and technical expertise for assigned assembly equipment and processes.

The Engineer will develop and implement process specification changes, create and update Operator and Maintenance Work Instructions, and maintain Assembly Process Flow Charts and PFMEA documentation. This position will also develop into a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for assigned assembly equipment and manufacturing processes.

How you will do it

• Provide high-level troubleshooting support to Maintenance and Operations teams to resolve complex equipment and manufacturing issues in a timely manner.
• Participate in cross-functional teams to develop and implement upgrades to existing equipment, including PLC programming, electrical controls, and mechanical modifications.
• Implement process changes to existing equipment and support the development, installation, and launch of production expansion equipment.
• Partner with Safety, Environmental, Quality, and Engineering teams to ensure manufacturing processes and equipment meet applicable requirements and standards.
• Serve as Project Engineer for small and capital development projects that have a significant impact on business objectives.
• Prepare and present project review information to team members, supervisors, managers, directors, and other appropriate leadership.
• Communicate with plant manufacturing employees to align project priorities and identify barriers affecting production performance.
• Develop equipment functional statements of work and equipment acceptance test plans.
• Travel to equipment supplier locations to perform equipment qualification, testing, and acceptance evaluations.
• Support the development and continuous improvement of assembly processes, work instructions, Process Flow Charts, and PFMEAs.

What we look for

A hands-on manufacturing engineer with strong controls and automation experience who can troubleshoot complex production equipment, lead technical projects, and collaborate effectively across Maintenance, Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Safety teams.

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, preferably Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Controls, Manufacturing, or a related engineering discipline.
• 5+ years of Manufacturing Engineering experience.
• Experience accessing, troubleshooting, and editing machine PLC code using ladder logic and/or structured text with RSLogix/Studio 5000.
• Experience with industrial automation technologies, including robotic programming such as FANUC, ABB, or similar systems, HMIs, industrial networks, drives, and control panels.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical and controls systems and support control-panel design.
• Ability to power up electrical systems and configure hardware according to application specifications.
• Ability to interpret electrical, mechanical, structural, and instrumentation engineering drawings.
• Working knowledge of vision systems.
• Understanding of Functional Safety and relevant IEC, ANSI, and ISA standards.

Preferred

• Experience with IT systems in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of emerging technologies, including AI and manufacturing data applications.
• Experience with 3D modeling and 2D drafting tools, including SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
• Experience managing capital projects and equipment installations.
• Experience with equipment qualification and acceptance testing.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with Minitab.
• Six Sigma knowledge or certification.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future; Clarios will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visas for this opportunity.

What we do here

St. Joseph - Distribution Center

Our St. Joseph, Missouri distribution center charges, packages, and ships the batteries used in cars, boats, motorcycles, and heavy-duty trucks. We opened in 2000, now employ more than 280 people and operate six days per week. We are actively involved in our local community and give back through The United Way, Camp Quality, Second Harvest Food Bank and Habitat for Humanity.

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.