Manufacturing Engineer - Controls

Position Overview

Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Company is seeking a dynamic Manufacturing Controls Engineer to design, build, and program manufacturing and installation of electrical equipment, components, or systems for our organization.

Department: Engineering

Location: Liberty, SC

• Evaluate electrical systems, products, components, and applications by designing and conducting research programs.
• Create plans using computer‑assisted engineering and design software.
• Confirm system and component capabilities by designing testing methods and properties.
• Analyze customer requirements and develop electrical products through research and testing of manufacturing and assembly methods and materials.
• Develop manufacturing processes by designing and modifying equipment for building and assembling sprinkler components.
• Program robots and drives.
• Provide production support to analyze and suggest solutions.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment.
• Proficiently manage network data transfer methodologies for PLC data collection.
• Design, install, and maintain manufacturing execution systems.
• Ensure product quality by designing electrical testing methods and analyzing data.
• Ensure projects meet electrical safety regulations per NEC codes.
• Collaborate with outside vendors regarding equipment ordering, etc.
• Develop quotations for new machinery for capital budget projects.
• Manage capital projects from inception to final turnover to production.
• Troubleshoot electrical issues with machinery using PLC software and tools to check hardware issues.
• Promote a safe workplace by performing all tasks safely and thoughtfully, complying with all rules and procedures and using appropriate personal protective equipment, and reporting unsafe conditions immediately.
• Perform other duties as directed.

• Strong data analysis and interpretation skills.
• Knowledge of PLC software (ladder logic), vision systems, and motor drives.
• Proficiency in design techniques, tools, principles, and engineering technology.
• Working knowledge of general manufacturing assembly equipment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Auto Cad, Access, PLC programming, drive software, and HMI programming.
• Knowledge of data collection concepts and data storage and retrieval.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 7–10+ years of experience in electrical engineering or a related field.
• Familiarity with and working knowledge of manufacturing execution systems.