Electrical Controls Engineer (Industrial Solutions)

BorgWarner Inc.•Hendersonville, NC

26d•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for an experienced and driven Electrical Controls Engineer to participate in the design, development, and optimization of advanced control systems for our industrial manufacturing operations. This role will play a key part in driving automation strategy, educating other engineers, and ensuring high-performance, safety, and scalability of electrical systems across production lines.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or related field.
8+ years of experience in controls engineering within the automotive, industrial, or high-volume manufacturing industry.
Advanced proficiency in PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi) and HMI/SCADA platforms (FactoryTalk, Ignition, WinCC).
Strong understanding of industrial electrical systems, motor controls, robotics integration, and automation networks (Ethernet/IP, PROFINET).
Experience with safety systems and standards (ISO 13849, ISO 26262, SIL).
Proficiency in electrical CAD tools (AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN).
Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Lead the design and implementation of electrical control systems for automated equipment, robotics, and assembly lines in industrial product manufacturing.
Architect and program complex PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems to support high-volume production environments.
Develop and review electrical schematics, panel layouts, and wiring diagrams using AutoCAD Electrical or EPLAN.
Specify and validate components including sensors, drives, safety devices, and control panels.
Troubleshoot and resolve high-level system issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement long-term corrective actions.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including mechanical, process, and IT engineers to integrate controls into new and existing systems.
Ensure compliance with building and industry standards and safety regulations
Lead commissioning, testing, and validation of control systems at manufacturing sites.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on system reliability, cycle time reduction, and energy efficiency.
Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership on controls-related projects.
Maintain and enforce documentation standards for system architecture, programming, and change management.
Liason between utility supply company and facility/plant leadership to manage high voltage power connection at the plant as well as within the plant power infrastructure