Controls Engineer Specialist
Job in
Woodruff, Spartanburg County, South Carolina, 29388, USA
Listed on 2026-10-28
Listing for:
BMW Group
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-28
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Automation & Mechatronics Engineer, Systems Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
- Leads and provides technical design support for overall PLC, controls, and SCADA systems implementation within the department which includes the interfaces to SCADA systems, parts-ordering, and other data
management systems. - Collaborates with specialist and planning partners to develop design standards and specifications for PLCs and control systems.
- Plans and implements improvements within department related to PLCs and control systems to positively affect process capability, systemuptime, and reliability.
- Participates in cross-functional project teams supporting activities related to PLCs, control systems, and SCADA systems.
- Provides technical support related to PLCs, networks, SCADA systems, and control systems during the introduction of new models and for issue resolution during series production.
- Ensures proper PLC and control system operation and system-specific documentation delivery from line builders and systems integrators.
- Interfaces with the IT group as a key user to ensure efficient operation of the department SCADA systems.
- Develops solutions and countermeasures in automated processes usingPLCs, control systems, and SCADA systems to improve equipment safety,efficiency, cost, and reliability.
- Develops HMI and production monitoring system for automatic line control and maintenance information systems for all department operations.
- Coordinates with suppliers to ensure that best programming practices andBMW standards are being utilized consistently and throughout all areas.
- Develops and maintains user and support documentation for areasofresponsibility.
- Evaluates concepts with technical and financial focus and drives necessary changes according to the BMW Group standards and local requirements.
- Supports department technical training and development program by conducting training classes and providing technical documentation.
- Understands and models VPS (Value Added Production System) Principle sand concepts of Standard Work and Problem Solving.
- Adheres to 5S and Safety Standards and Principles.
- Performs other duties as assigned by management.
- BA/BS degree in IT or engineering (Electrical/Computer/Software preferred);
ORAA/AS degree in a related technical field(IT/Electrical/Computer/Software) and 2 years of professional software and controls engineering experience in a manufacturing environment;
OR the equivalent of 4 years of professional software and controls engineering experience in a manufacturing environment. - 5+ years of professional technical experience in a highly automated manufacturing environment (automotive preferred).
- 5+ years of professional experience in programming/troubleshooting PLC application software for manufacturing processes (Siemens TIA Portal/S7 and automotive preferred).
- 5+ years of professional experience with PLCs, Communication BUS, HMIs, safety PLCs, variable-frequency drives, motors, electrical schematics, and other control system components.
- 5+ years skills with software engineering concepts.
- 5+ years skills with control systems troubleshooting and design.
- 5+ years of MS Office skills (Word, Excel,
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