BorgWarner · 1 week ago
Electrical Controls Engineer (Industrial Solutions)
Arden, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$105K/yr - $144K/yr
8+ years expBorgWarner is a global product leader in delivering innovative and sustainable mobility solutions for the vehicle market. The Electrical Controls Engineer will participate in the design, development, and optimization of advanced control systems for industrial manufacturing operations, driving automation strategy and ensuring high-performance electrical systems across production lines.
AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesManufacturingService Industry
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
Qualification
Required
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
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
Benefits
Day 1 Medical Coverage with potential of no monthly premium
Onsite Health Clinic for employees and dependents (age 14 and over) at no cost
Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Coverage
Tuition Reimbursement Program after 18 months
Retirement Savings Plan (401k) with a matching program
Company paid holidays and vacation starting Day 1
Company
BorgWarner
BorgWarner is an automotive supplier of mobility solutions for the vehicle market.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (2)
2024 (3)
2023 (14)
2022 (75)
2021 (13)
2020 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.01BKey Investors
Michigan Economic Development CorporationAdvanced Propulsion Centre UKUS Department of Energy
2024-08-08Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2023-04-19Grant· $1.86M
2023-03-24Grant
Leadership Team
Frédéric Lissalde
Retired, CEO of BorgWarner Inc.
Joseph Fadool
Chief Operating Officer
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