Senior Controls Engineer

GE Appliances • Louisville, KY

9d • Onsite

About The Position

At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make “good things, for life.” As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., we’re powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that there’s always a better way. We believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore, discover and build good things, together. The GE Appliances philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities: we come together , we always look for a better way , and we create possibilities . Interested in joining us on our journey? We’re seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to play a critical role in designing, implementing, and launching advanced automation and control systems across our manufacturing operations. In this role, you’ll go beyond maintaining the status quo—you’ll help shape the future of our automation strategy by bringing creative, practical, and scalable control system solutions to life. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer who enjoys hands-on work, cross-functional collaboration, and contributing to innovative product development—while still valuing work-life balance. While this position requires on-site presence due to the nature of the work, we prioritize flexible scheduling to support both personal balance and successful project delivery.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or related discipline OR equivalent hands-on experience in technical/manufacturing disciplines.
• 5+ years of hands-on & relevant controls engineering experience with automated manufacturing equipment and processes.
• Experience with Rockwell Automation control systems, Studio 5000, FactoryTalk View.
• Knowledge and practice of machine safety (ISO 13849).

Nice To Haves

• Ability to work in large cross-functional teams and at multiple levels in the organization (both salaried and shop floor operators / skilled trades team members)
• Good communication skills – will be expected to provide program report outs to cross-functional team
• Ability to make decisions and willingness to take ownership of complex projects
• Automation integration
• Proficient in MS Office and AutoCAD
• Experience in a large-scale manufacturing environment and capital equipment procurement
• Experience with plastics automation
• Skilled knowledge of controls software (Rockwell, Emerson, Siemens) and coding structure for ladder logic.
• Experience with other controls programming languages such as structured text, and function blocks diagram is beneficial.
• TUV Certification in machine safety.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support capital equipment procurement projects , including specifications, supplier selection, technical reviews, installation, and equipment qualification.
• Partner with global and cross-functional teams (Design, Lean, Quality, EHS, Procurement, and Operations) to support new product introductions.
• Provide controls engineering expertise across a wide range of applications, including: General automation Component assembly cells Customized fabrication equipment
• Ensure equipment and tooling designs align with GE Appliances standards , including Manufacturing Control Plans (MCP) and Manufacturing Control Instructions (MCI).
• Champion safety-first engineering , collaborating closely with EHS to ensure systems protect the health and well-being of employees.
• Collaborate with automation and robotics engineers to implement innovative, cost-effective automation solutions .
• Support factory teams with system implementation, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level