Controls Engineer

Bosch Group

$80K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
  • 3 years of hands-on experience as a Controls Engineer or Automation Engineer in manufacturing.
  • Proficiency in PLC programming (Siemens, Allen-Bradley) and HMI development.
  • Experience with VFDs, servo systems, and industrial networking.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills for electrical controls and automated equipment.

Responsibilities

  • Design, program, and maintain PLC-based control systems and automation processes.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues on the production floor to minimize downtime.
  • Collaborate with Maintenance and Engineering teams on equipment upgrades and installations.
  • Develop and optimize control logic and safety interlocks for improved efficiency.
  • Create and maintain documentation including electrical schematics and standard operating procedures.
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards and internal requirements.
  • Participate in continuous improvement projects related to automation.

Benefits

  • Premium health coverage.
  • 401(k) with generous matching.
  • Resources for financial planning and goal setting.
  • Ample paid time off and parental leave.
  • Comprehensive life and disability protection.
Full Job Description
Job Description

What you will do:

We are looking for a skilled Controls Engineer to join our Manufacturing team in Norman, OK. This role focuses on the design, implementation, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of control systems for production equipment and automated manufacturing processes. You will support HVAC manufacturing, assembly lines, press brakes, laser systems, and other critical plant equipment to maximize uptime, efficiency, safety, and quality. This is a hands-on position ideal for someone passionate about industrial automation in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design, program, commission, and maintain PLC-based control systems, HMIs, robotics, servo drives, and automation for production machinery and processes.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve electrical, controls, and automation issues on the production floor to minimize downtime (root cause analysis, corrective actions).
  • Collaborate with Maintenance, Facilities, and Engineering teams on equipment upgrades, new installations, and integration of new technologies.
  • Develop and optimize control logic, sequences, and safety interlocks to improve throughput, quality, and energy efficiency.
  • Support MFMEA, risk assessments, and reliability initiatives for manufacturing equipment.
  • Create and maintain accurate documentation including electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, PLC programs, HMI screens, and standard operating procedures.
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards (e.g., OSHA, LOTO, electrical codes) and Bosch internal requirements.
  • Participate in continuous improvement (Lean/CI) projects, including automation enhancements and process optimization.
  • Provide technical training and support to maintenance technicians and operators.
  • Manage small-to-medium capital projects related to controls and automation.
  • Occasional travel for training, supplier support, or multi-site collaboration.


Qualifications

Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience).
  • 3 years of hands-on experience as a Controls Engineer or Automation Engineer in a manufacturing environment (HVAC, automotive, or heavy industry preferred).

Technical Skills:
  • Proficiency in PLC programming (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, or similar), HMI development, and industrial networking.
  • Experience with variable frequency drives (VFDs), servo systems, sensors, vision systems, and robotics.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills for electrical controls, instrumentation, and automated equipment.
  • Familiarity with manufacturing processes such as coil forming, sheet metal handling, pressing, or assembly lines is a plus.
  • Knowledge of safety circuits, electrical design standards, and CAD tools for schematics.


Additional Information

Your well-being matters at Bosch! We offer a competitive compensation and a benefits package designed to empower you in every area of your life. This includes premium health coverage, a 401(k) with generous matching, resources for financial planning and goal setting, ample paid time off, parental leave, and comprehensive life and disability protection. We're investing in your success!

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