Electrical Controls Engineer

Location:

Hendersonville, NC

Borg Warner has nearly a 100-year legacy of innovation, delivering advanced mobility solutions worldwide.

We’re now expanding into the high-growth data center market, providing advanced power generation systems for AI-driven data centers and microgrid applications. This growth builds our expertise in turbocharging, thermal management, power electronics, and advanced controls - reflecting our commitment to development, sustainability, and real-world impact.

We are a company of innovators and independent thinkers that bring together talented employees, meaningful work, and amazing technology in a unique environment. At Borg Warner we constantly work towards our vision of a clean and energy-efficient world.

We believe the health and safety of our employees are a top priority. We care about our local communities and the global environment. Borg Warner promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive environment, honors integrity, strives for excellence, commits to responsibility for our communities and the environment, and builds on the power of collaboration.

All positions start at an above market pay rate for that position.

Benefits are also above market and include the below for all fulltime employees:

• Day 1 Medical Coverage with potential of no monthly premium
• Onsite Health Clinic for employees and dependents (age 14 and over) with potential of no cost
• Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement Program after 18 months
• Retirement Savings Plan (401k) with a matching program
• Company paid holidays and vacation starting Day 1
• Competitive annual incentive program tied to business results

We’re building a brand-new state-of-the-art facility dedicated to creating power generation systems for data centers and microgrid applications. This new hub will be at the heart of Borg Warner’s latest growth initiative, bringing together engineering, innovation, and technology in one dynamic space. Be part of a team that’s shaping the future of sustainable power and driving breakthrough solutions from day one.

• 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.
• Liason between utility supply company and facility/plant leadership to manage high voltage power connection at the plant as well as within the plant power infrastructure.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in controls engineering within the automotive,…