Electrical Controls Engineer at BorgWarner

Arden, North Carolina, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Automotive, ManufacturingIndustries

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or related field
8+ years of experience in controls engineering within the automotive, industrial, or high-volume manufacturing industry
Advanced proficiency in PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi) and HMI/SCADA platforms (FactoryTalk, Ignition, WinCC)
Strong understanding of industrial electrical systems, motor controls, robotics integration, and automation networks (Ethernet/IP, PROFINET)

Lead the design and implementation of electrical control systems for automated equipment, robotics, and assembly lines in industrial product manufacturing
Architect and program complex PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems to support high-volume production environments
Develop and review electrical schematics, panel layouts, and wiring diagrams using AutoCAD Electrical or EPLAN
Specify and validate components including sensors, drives, safety devices, and control panels
Troubleshoot and resolve high-level system issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement long-term corrective actions
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including mechanical, process, and IT engineers to integrate controls into new and existing systems
Ensure compliance with building and industry standards and safety regulations
Lead commissioning, testing, and validation of control systems at manufacturing sites
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on system reliability, cycle time reduction, and energy efficiency
Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership on controls-related projects
Maintain and enforce documentation standards for system architecture, programming, and change management