**About Us** We are a dynamic team committed to engineering excellence and innovation in industrial automation. With a focus on precision, performance, and partnership, we deliver cutting-edge solutions that improve manufacturing efficiency and elevate customer satisfaction. Our engineering function is diverse, collaborative, and always evolving—and now, we're looking to expand **Position Summary** As a Manufacturing Controls Engineer, you will be a key contributor to the development and refinement of automated production equipment and systems. This role centers on software and electrical engineering, particularly with experience in Siemens S7 or similar programming platforms. From initial design to final implementation, you will collaborate across teams to build, test, troubleshoot, and optimize manufacturing systems. Your work will directly impact the reliability, scalability, and safety of complex production environments. **Preferred Qualifications** Hands-on experience with Allen Bradley RSLogix 5000 and AutoCAD Electrical Prior exposure to robotic integration and motor control systems Knowledge of pneumatic and servo-based system design Ability to document engineering designs with clarity and precision **Required Qualifications** Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field from an accredited institution 3–5 years of experience in manufacturing controls engineering Proficiency with Siemens S7 and MS Office Suite Strong foundation in control system design and automated industrial applications **Position Overview** The Manufacturing Controls Engineer will be part of a multidisciplinary team responsible for designing, building, validating, and supporting electro-mechanical equipment. You will create electrical and control system solutions, ensuring all relevant safety and legal standards are met. Technical support throughout equipment lifecycle—from conception to commissioning—is central to the role. You will be expected to troubleshoot operational issues, interpret design challenges, and deliver accurate, innovative solutions. Your engineering duties will include performing technical calculations, defining system requirements, and trialing new technologies. The role also involves creating comprehensive documentation such as operation manuals, network diagrams, and electrical schematics. A strong focus on software architecture is essential, as is the ability to build programs that are easy to test and maintain. You will be actively involved in commissioning new systems both onsite and with suppliers, supporting builds that incorporate pneumatics, servos, VFDs, relays, and robotic integration. Success in this role requires critical thinking, a proactive mindset, and the ability to manage multiple projects with precision. Assessment of qualifications will include a combination of certification verification, technical interviews, selection tests, and scenario-based problem-solving exercises. Candidates should demonstrate adaptability, communication skills, and a passion for innovation in high-output environments.ing in our fast-paced environment. GKN Driveline provides equal employment and affirmative action opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, pregnancy, or disability.