Controls Engineer

Controls Engineer – Sapience Automation

Join to apply for the Controls Engineer role at Sapience Automation.

Sapience Automation, a reputable provider of turnkey solutions for industrial automation, specializes in serving diverse industries such as automotive, medical, aviation, building products, general industrial, domestic appliances, and food. Headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina, Sapience is committed to fostering long‑term customer relationships by consistently delivering excellence through its skilled workforce, standardized processes, and passion for innovation. The company values transparency, continuous learning, and a strong sense of responsibility and accountability.

With a successful track record of executing numerous global projects, Sapience attributes its achievements to its exceptional team, adherence to industry standards, and unwavering commitment to excellence. Competitive compensation packages are offered to qualified candidates.

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

• Openings exist for roles in either PLC Programming, Electrical System Design, or a combined position involving both functions on projects.
• Design, develop, and implement PLC programs to control robot systems and other automated systems.
• Program peripheral devices such as vision systems, RFID controllers, and automated inspection equipment.
• Execute the installation, debugging, and production launch of robot systems during the prebuild phase at Sapience and on‑site installations.
• Test programs during the Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) / Modular Build phase at Sapience’s facility.
• Provide remote support to Sapience team members via remote connection.
• Proficiency with Allen Bradley PLCs or Siemens PLCs is required; experience with other PLCs, MES systems, or robot programming is a plus.
• Design control panels, electrical controls, safety hardware, and pneumatic controls for robot systems and automation equipment such as conveyors.
• Create detailed drawings of system designs.
• Collaborate with vendors and Sapience’s purchasing department to obtain quotes and procure necessary materials.
• Oversee the panel build process to ensure compliance with specifications; panel builds are done either internally at Sapience or through partner companies.
• Support engineers during system installation, testing, and debugging.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical or E‑Plan is required.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in the robotics or automation industry.
• Post‑high‑school degree in a technical discipline.
• Strong written and spoken communication skills.
• Proficiency with PCs and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Troubleshooting and debugging skills related to electrical control systems.

Occasional travel to customer sites is required to support system installations and provide production support.

Contact information:
Phone: (843) 999‑0750 | Email: sher