Controls Engineer - 3rd Shift

Oshkosh Corporation•Spartanburg, SC

86d•$68,600 - $109,200•Onsite

About The Position

A Controls Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining control systems for automated processes, equipment, and machinery. Key responsibilities include writing PLC code, troubleshooting system issues, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The Controls Engineer will also collaborate with cross-functional teams, optimize system performance, and provide ongoing technical support. Plant 3rd shift hours: 8:30 pm - 5:00 am EST. Please note: These reflect general core hours, start and end times will vary based on overtime needs.

Requirements

Accredited bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, with internship or co-op experience focused on controls or software development.
Must be available for 3rd shift hours.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering required; a concentration in controls is a plus.
2+ years of experience with Rockwell Automation Studio 5000, including Structured Text, Function Blocks, Drives, and PID/PIDE controls.
2+ years of Siemens TIA Portal experience.
Course project experience with control systems, sensors, and actuators.
2+ years of robotic maintenance and troubleshooting experience (Fanuc robots preferred).

Responsibilities

Ensure long-term, cost-effective maintenance of equipment and facilities.
Manage projects to minimize investment costs while providing facilities that operate with maximum efficiency (throughput, energy use, etc.).
Review, monitor, develop, modify, and maintain process control systems to maximize profitability.
Develop and maintain technical training documentation for the plant’s physical assets.
Apply hands-on experience to improve equipment reliability.
Implement solutions that support site operations and maintenance team objectives.
Drive continuous improvement by monitoring automation and control activities, benchmarking against best practices, and developing/implementing projects that improve efficiency and safety.
Demonstrate skills in requirements gathering, design, configuration, integration, and implementation of process control solutions, including PLC software, safety systems, HMI packages, SCADA systems, and PC networking technology.
Operate test equipment and analyze resulting data.
Serve as a technical resource supporting all processes throughout the facility.
Ensure equipment uptime through the timely and effective resolution of production equipment issues to meet customer service and line fill rate objectives.
Regular attendance is required.