Controls Engineer - Automation

Our client, a well-established manufacturing company in the Duncan, SC area, is seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to support and enhance their automated production systems. This is a direct-hire opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on automation work and wants to make an immediate impact.

Base Salary: Up to $130,000 (based on experience)

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance


• Flexible PTO policy


• 401(k)


• Life Insurance

What You’ll Do

• Program, support, and improve PLC-based automation systems


• Develop and modify HMI screens for operators and technicians


• Configure, troubleshoot, and optimize VFDs


• Design and support electrical control panels and wiring


• Partner with operations, maintenance, and contractors to keep production running


• Support equipment installs, upgrades, and start-ups on the plant floor

Must-Have For the Role

• 5+ years of Controls / Automation Experience


• Bachelor's degree in Electricl, Automation, or Controls Engineering or equivalent experience


• PLC programming (Allen-Bradley & Siemens) experience


• VFD setup and troubleshooting


• Electrical panel design & wiring


• HMI development


• Manufacturing automation support

Nice-to-Have (Not Required)

Experience with any of the following is a plus:

• Vision systems or intelligent sensors


• AutoCAD or SolidWorks


• Oracle systems exposure


• Project or capital equipment leadership

Apply today and let’s talk about how your automation skills can make an impact from day one.