Controls Engineer

Clarios • United States, OH

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About The Position

This position is for a Controls Engineer for battery manufacturing processes. The desired candidate has the ability to provide technical leadership, work autonomously, and provide support to manufacturing operations and maintenance functions by troubleshooting and making design improvements to a wide variety of manufacturing equipment.

Requirements

• B.S. in electrical engineering, industrial engineering, mechatronics engineering, mechanical engineering, or related field.
• Proficiency in PLC and HMI programming/troubleshooting (Allen-Bradley).
• Experience with drive systems (Allen-Bradley Power Flex), including parameter configuration and tuning.
• At least 5 years of experience in a plant manufacturing environment.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (EtherNet/IP, TCP/IP, Modbus, Profibus, etc.).
• Experience with process data collection, historian systems, and OEE/downtime tracking
• Knowledge of battery grid/plate forming processes , curing operations, and material handling systems

Responsibilities

• Program, optimize, and troubleshoot PLC and HMI systems to ensure stable equipment operation and consistent product quality.
• Provide real-time technical support to manufacturing and maintenance teams to resolve downtime events and equipment performance issues.
• Perform structured root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to improve equipment reliability and prevent recurrence.
• Modify, update, and maintain electrical and control system drawings (AutoCAD) to reflect as-built conditions in accordance with standard engineering practices.
• Lead verification of electrical and functional safety systems in support of equipment launches, process changes, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure equipment control logic meets environmental, quality, and safety compliance requirements specific to battery manufacturing operations (e.g., lead handling, ventilation, interlocks).
• Maintain accurate backup and version control for PLC, HMI, drive, and automation system software.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching – all starting on date of hire
• Tuition reimbursement, perks, and discounts
• Parental and caregiver leave programs
• All the usual benefits such as paid time off, flexible spending, short-and long-term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and domestic partner benefits
• Global market strength and worldwide market share leadership
• HQ location earns LEED certification for sustainability plus a full-service cafeteria and workout facility

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees