Controls Engineer

Job Description

Controls Engineer

Title: Controls Engineer
Location: Greenwood, SC
Industry: Pharmaceutical
Hours: On-site 100%, M-F, 8am-5pm, on call as needed
Salary: Competitive industry compensation package (eligibility for annual bonus, 401k, health/dental/vision). Relocation assistance provided for the right candidate.
Employment Type: Direct hire


Environment
Our client is a global leader in capsule manufacturing and oral dosage delivery solutions for the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical industries. The company develops innovative gelatin and plant-based capsules, encapsulation technologies, and health ingredient solutions that support the delivery of prescription medicines, over-the-counter products, and dietary supplements worldwide.

Join our company as a Controls Engineer and help shape the future of life sciences through cutting-edge automation solutions. This role offers the chance to work on global projects that impact multiple continents, driving innovation and efficiency across our manufacturing sites.
Responsibilities:

• Develop, replicate, and support global automation systems across sites in Belgium, France, US, Mexico, China, Japan, and India.
• Apply advanced PLC/SCADA/Simotion expertise to global initiatives, focusing on software development and validation.
• Design and execute test plans to ensure software reliability and compliance.
• Lead commissioning activities and support validation of control systems.
• Collaborate with R&D and production site automation teams to align strategies and solutions.
• Provide accurate time estimates for control software development tasks.
• Drive continuous improvement and contribute to environmental and health safety initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor s degree required in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or Robotics. Master s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with a focus on automation required. Experience within an FDA regulated environment is a plus.
• Strong skills in PLC/SCADA systems and software development processes required.
• Experience with Siemens automation platforms particularly STL, SCL, FBD, and LAD is a huge plus.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a global team setting.
• Excellent project management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Open to mentorship and professional growth opportunities.
• Travel < 10 %

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