Req ID 88420 | Gray Court, United States ZF Transmissions Gray Court, LLC
Job DescriptionWhat you can look forward to as a Controls Engineer:- Troubleshoot and resolve equipment control system deficiencies, serving as the subject matter expert for maintenance controls and root cause analysis.
- Develop and implement long-term solutions to improve equipment performance, reliability, and maintainability, including controls upgrades and replacement strategies.
- Design, modify, and maintain automation and industrial network systems (e.g., Ethernet, Profibus) and PLC/PC-based control systems.
- Program, upgrade, and optimize PLC, HMI, and related control applications to support manufacturing operations.
- Provide technical expertise in hardware, software, electrical, motion control, and power transmission systems to improve safety, reliability, and operational readiness.
- Collaborate with manufacturing engineering, maintenance, and customer teams to implement equipment and process improvements.
- Communicate technical issues, troubleshooting methods, and solutions to maintenance and non-maintenance personnel; provide training and guidance as needed.
- Maintain and continuously improve existing control systems to support production goals and equipment uptime.
Your profile as a Controls Engineer:- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
- 1+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment with a focus on production automation, controls engineering, and/or PLC/PC-based control systems.
- Knowledge of controls hardware and software, including Siemens Step7 and related Siemens automation platforms (e.g., S7 Graph, Sinumerik 840D, Solution Line).
- Experience designing, programming, troubleshooting, and upgrading complex control systems, including PLCs, HMIs, motion control systems, and industrial networks.
- Strong expertise in control fault analysis, industrial I/O systems, and manufacturing equipment utilizing hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical components.
Why you should choose ZF in Gray Court, SC:- Annual Incentive Plan
- Paid Time Off
- 401k Plan
- Health Care Benefits
- Paid Holidays
- A supportive collaborative team environment
- A strong diversity culture
- Supportive Employee Groups and community outreach activities
Be part of our ZF team as Controls Engineer and apply now!
What does DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) mean for ZF as a company?At ZF, we continuously strive to build and maintain a culture where inclusiveness is lived and diversity is valued. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that all our employees can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this vision in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape the future of mobility.
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