Controls Engineer

at  AESC US LLC

AESC is looking to add a Controls Engineer to our team in Florence, South Carolina

• Full-Time
• On-site in Florence, SC

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

• Ability to read, write, speak, and hear.
• Ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach and lift with hands and arms, stoop, kneel or crouch.
• Ability to stand and walk up to 75% of time
• Ability to remain in stationary position 25% of the time.
• Ability to constantly operate a computer, calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.
• Ability to frequently lift, push, pull and/or move up to 35 pounds and occasionally required to lift, push, pull and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to bend, lift and / or twist. Occasionally required to climb, balance or crawl.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Controls Engineer is responsible for designing, programming, and maintaining PLC-based control systems within a high-volume automated manufacturing environment. This role emphasizes a proactive approach to system optimization, troubleshooting, and advanced automation enhancements, ensuring reliability, efficiency, and safety across production lines.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Develops and implements control system programs, modifying and creating PLC and HMI programs for improved system functionality.
• Interprets and creates electrical and mechanical schematics and documentation for complex PLC-based control systems.
• Diagnoses and resolves advanced issues in mechanical, pneumatic, and electronic subsystems on highly automated production lines.
• Expertly troubleshoots and programs PLCs; designs and debugs new programs to ensure seamless production.
• Optimizes robotics functionality, pathing, and integration; performs mechanical and system analysis for performance improvements.
• Applies knowledge of fluid power systems, including pneumatic and hydraulic components; reads and utilizes schematics to troubleshoot and improve system reliability.
• Manages electrical maintenance from low voltage to 480V, 3-phase motor control circuits, ensuring compliance with electrical safety standards.
• Leads initiatives to enhance system safety, advocating a culture of continuous improvement in safety practices and compliance.
• Oversees predictive, preventative, and routine maintenance activities on production and facility equipment.
• Schedules, prioritizes, and manages repair activities, coordinating efforts with maintenance and production teams.
• Utilizes the CMMS for data-driven decision-making and asset management, records maintenance activities, repair history, and part usage.
• Develops detailed maintenance procedures and comprehensive preventative maintenance schedules, ensuring equipment uptime and operational efficiency.
• Assists in design reviews, new equipment installation, and equipment relocation projects to support production expansion and equipment upgrades.
• Collaborates closely with engineering and production teams to drive process improvements and machine reliability.
• Acts as a mentor, providing technical training and support to junior team members.
• Engages in continuous learning to stay updated on controls technology advancements and industry standards.
• Understands and follows all standards of IATF16949 and VDA 6.3 quality standards.
• Understands and follows all standards of ISO14001 environmental standards.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

• Ability to read, write, speak, and hear.
• Ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach and lift with hands and arms, stoop, kneel or crouch.
• Ability to stand and walk up to 75% of time
• Ability to remain in stationary position 25% of the time.
• Ability to constantly operate a computer, calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.
• Ability to frequently lift, push, pull and/or move up to 35 pounds and occasionally required to lift, push, pull and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to bend, lift and / or twist. Occasionally required to climb, balance or crawl