Controls Engineer

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Controls Engineer

Country/Region: US Location: Gray Court, SC, US Req ID 86763 | Gray Court, United States ZF Transmissions Gray Court, LLC

Job Description About the Team: The Manufacturing Engineering team at ZF Transmissions in Gray Court, SC, is a skilled group of professionals dedicated to producing high-quality transmissions for passenger and commercial vehicles. As part of the largest manufacturing site in North America, with nearly 2,000 employees plant-wide, this team plays a vital role in our production process. Their precision and expertise ensure that our products meet the highest standards of performance and reliability. Their contributions are essential to maintaining ZF's reputation as a leader in the automotive industry.

What you can look forward to as a Controls Engineer:

• Coordinate Engineering projects with I.T. to ensure a robust systems infrastructure.
• Control planning for new projects, variants, customers and integrators.
• Lead projects and installations with regard to control systems for production equipment.
• Coordinate traffic from SAP to thin clients and PLC's.
• Continuously improve and upgrade equipment.
• Make changes to enhance the machine functionality.
• Troubleshoot and solve errors and problems on production equipment.
• Provide information for product specifications for the purchase of equipment regarding Automation and Controls.

Your profile as a Controls Engineer:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering required and 2+ years of previous experience working as a Controls Engineer.
• Hands-on experience with PLC and Controls in manufacturing environment.
• Prior experience in assembly/manufacturing environment, equipment development, Siemens PLC S7/Tia Portal, and programming.
• Proficient with Microsoft and CAD software.
• Capable of making sound decisions in a timely manner.
• 5+ years of plant problem solving experience on manufacturing equipment preferred.

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.