Controls Engineer

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Gastonia, NC, USA
In-Office
100K-115K Annually
Mid level
Aerospace
The Role
Design, program, test, install, configure, and document electrical/PLC/SCADA/robotic control systems across the full systems lifecycle. Provide mechanical-electrical integration, troubleshooting, and global onsite technical support for equipment deployments.
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Controls Engineer

We are looking for a Controls Engineer that will grow to become an expert in our control systems and equipment.

This role will be intimately involved in the design and programming of a variety of electrical/PLC/SCADA/robotic control systems.  This involvement will be through the whole software/systems life cycle, from design through coding, testing, installation, configuration, and documentation. 

Location: Gastonia, NC

Salary: $100,000 - $115,000

Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in NC. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

We Take Care of Our People

Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture *

Your Challenge

  • Responsible for developing electrical, controls, and automation solutions for equipment built in CWST Engineering (Gastonia, NC)
  • As an integrator, this position will be heavily engaged in the mechanical design and so will need a high degree of competency with mechanical response, trouble-shooting, feedback, etc.
  • Providing technical support for that equipment as it is deployed in CWST facilities around the world.
  • Travel to various CWST sites globally for equipment installation as well as success in this position will require a strong understanding of the electrical and mechanical aspects of the machines to provide the appropriate designs in electrical hardware/machine automation.

What You Bring

  • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or similar field. Experience with electrical systems and components (circuit breakers, relays, switches, transmitters, power supplies, etc.).
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar or complimentary role
  • Demonstrated ability to apply sound engineering judgement to resolve technical challenges
  • Programming experience is desirable - including PLCs, Industrial Automation software, LabVIEW, C++, etc.
  • Electrical wiring layouts/schematics/diagrams using CAD tools (Solidworks Electrical desirable)
  • Communication protocols (Ethernet, Profibus, EtherCAT)
  • Experience in manufacturing processes is desirable

Preferred:

  • Experience with Siemens and Beckhoff platforms is desired

We are also interested in junior engineers with some of the above requirements. Please note the salary range would change for a junior engineer.

Who We Are

Our Values

Environmental, Social and Governance

Curtiss-Wright Surface Technologies ("CWST") is the group name for the collective technical services provided by the legacy companies of Metal Improvement Company("MIC"), E/M Coating Services, Everlube Products, FW Gartner Thermal Spraying, Para Tech Coating, Component Coating & Repair Services, Bolt's Metallizing, Keronite, and IMR Test Labs.

CWST is a Division of Curtiss-Wright Corporation, a global innovative company that delivers highly engineered, critical function products and services to the commercial, industrial, defense and energy markets.

To learn more, please visit us at Surface Treatment and Metal Improvement | CWST

*Please note, benefits are country specific and may vary from location to location.

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No unsolicited agency submittals please.  Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal.  Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright.  

Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening.  In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn. 

Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.

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If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or similar field
  • Experience with electrical systems and components (circuit breakers, relays, switches, transmitters, power supplies)
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar or complementary role
  • Demonstrated ability to apply sound engineering judgment to resolve technical challenges
  • Competency with mechanical response, troubleshooting, and feedback for machine integration
  • Experience creating electrical wiring layouts, schematics, and diagrams using CAD tools
  • Familiarity with communication protocols: Ethernet, Profibus, EtherCAT
  • Willingness to travel globally for equipment installation and technical support
  • Programming experience (PLCs, Industrial Automation software, LabVIEW, C++)
  • Experience in manufacturing processes
  • Experience with Siemens and Beckhoff platforms
  • SolidWorks Electrical experience
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The Company
HQ: Charlotte, NC
5,500 Employees

What We Do

Curtiss-Wright Corporation is a diversified, multinational provider of highly engineered, technologically advanced products and services. We are the corporate descendants of the Wright brothers, the fathers of flight, and Mr. Glenn Curtiss, the father of naval aviation. In 1929, the companies founded by these three great aviation pioneers merged to form the largest aircraft company at the time, Curtiss-Wright Corporation. Today, we design and manufacture highly engineered, advanced technologies that perform critical functions in demanding conditions in the commercial, industrial, defense, and energy markets, and have operations in the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, and internationally. We are listed on the New York Stock Exchange and trade under the symbol CW.

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