Engineer, Controls

CommScope•Claremont, NC

5d•Onsite

About The Position

CommScope is hiring a Controls Engineer to focus on control system design and project leadership. The position is part of the Controls Team, which includes engineers, technicians, and electricians, and is based in Claremont, North Carolina. The role designs, develops, programs, and commissions industrial control systems for manufacturing equipment and processes, and supports equipment startups, upgrades, and commissioning. It also manages automation projects from concept through implementation and contributes to capital projects and continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and cost reduction. The Controls Engineer collaborates with process, quality, maintenance, operations, and engineering personnel to support production goals, resolve equipment issues, and improve system reliability and uptime. The role includes developing and maintaining PLC, HMI, and motion control applications; designing electrical and controls architectures and industrial communication networks; documenting control systems; ensuring compliance with relevant safety standards and regulations; and participating in FAT, SAT, and equipment validation activities. The engineer also provides technical guidance and training to operations, maintenance, and engineering personnel. The position requires a related technical bachelor's degree and at least three years of experience in control system design and engineering. CommScope describes a collaborative work environment and offers a comprehensive benefits package, along with opportunities for employees to innovate and develop their careers.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related technical curriculum.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in control system design and engineering.
Experience with Allen-Bradley/Rockwell Automation, including RSLogix 5, RSLogix 500, RSLogix 5000, Studio 5000, FactoryTalk View SE, and FactoryTalk View ME.
Experience with HMI development.
Knowledge of industrial communication protocols and fieldbus networks.
Experience with AC and DC motors and controls.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings.
Knowledge of electrical controls design and industrial safety systems.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong project management skills and experience with large-scale projects.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Ability to work effectively with vendors and suppliers to resolve issues.
Ability to work in manufacturing and industrial environments.
Ability to occasionally travel to vendor or plant locations.
Ability to stand, walk, climb ladders, and access industrial equipment.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Siemens software, including Step 7, TIA Portal, and WinCC.
Experience with Siemens drives, including G120 and S120.
Experience in wire and cable manufacturing.
Strong mechanical aptitude.
Knowledge of statistical process control and design of experiments for process optimization.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, program, and commission industrial control systems for manufacturing equipment and processes.
Create and maintain PLC, HMI, and motion control applications.
Develop electrical and controls system architectures for new and existing equipment and production lines.
Troubleshoot and resolve control system, automation, and equipment performance issues.
Support equipment startups, upgrades, and commissioning activities.
Develop and maintain control narratives, functional specifications, and system documentation.
Ensure compliance with applicable safety standards, company policies, and industry regulations.
Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to improve reliability and uptime.
Collaborate with process, quality, and maintenance teams to support production goals.
Design and maintain industrial communication networks, including Ethernet/IP, Profinet, DeviceNet, Modbus, and other protocols.
Manage automation-related projects from concept through implementation.
Provide technical guidance and training for operations, maintenance, and engineering personnel.
Support capital projects and continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and cost reduction.
Participate in factory acceptance testing (FAT), site acceptance testing (SAT), and equipment validation activities.