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Controls Engineer - Senior
AWM-6788-Controls Engineer - Senior
6/24/2025
6/29/2025
Negotiable
Permanent

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http://careers.cummins.com/
Whitakers, NC, 27891, USA
Whitakers
North Carolina
United States
27891

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DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a talented Controls Engineer – Senior to join our team specializing in manufacturing for our Cummins’ business in Whitakers, NC.

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

  • Innovative Control Systems: By developing and designing advanced control systems, you'll enhance operational efficiency and reliability.

  • Precision Testing: Implementing bench tests ensures that all systems meet stringent specifications, contributing to high-quality performance.

  • Optimized Functionality: Altering software and equipment to ensure sensors and actuators function correctly will maintain system integrity and responsiveness.

  • Problem-Solving Expertise: Supporting and debugging complex issues and change requests will keep operations running smoothly and minimize downtime.

  • Cost Management: Preparing accurate cost estimates and compiling necessary information will help in budgeting and resource allocation, ensuring projects stay within financial constraints.

  • Strategic Planning: Investigating project requirements and developing solutions that consider economic, personnel, and environmental factors will lead to sustainable and efficient outcomes.

  • Technical Support: Providing installation and technical support for PLC-based hardware and software will ensure seamless integration and operation of control systems.

  • Mentorship: Coaching and mentoring less experienced Controls Engineers will foster a collaborative and knowledgeable team, driving continuous improvement and innovation.

RESPONSIBILITIES

To be successful in this role you will need the following:

  • Strong Collaboration Skills: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives will be crucial. This will help you integrate seamlessly into the team and drive collective success.

  • Effective Communication: Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences will ensure that your ideas and solutions are well-received and implemented effectively.

  • Health and Safety Awareness: Championing proactive health and safety behaviors by identifying, reporting, and participating in actions to improve health and safety will contribute to an injury-free workplace and foster a culture of safety.

  • Controls Engineering Expertise: Applying controls hardware and software knowledge by specifying, reviewing, and approving designs for new or upgraded equipment will ensure that all systems interface correctly with manufacturing processes, enhancing overall operational efficiency.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience:

  • College, university, or degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) or related field, or equivalent experience required. This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.

  • Intermediate level of relevant work experience required.

  • Basic level of relevant work experience in controls engineering, or automation.

  • Familiarity with PLC hardware/software and troubleshooting techniques, specifically Allen-Bradley and Siemens controls.

  • Understanding of manufacturing environments and automation systems.

Preferred Experience

  • Exposure to factory automation and control systems.

  • Experience in sensor technology and data measurement techniques.

  • Basic knowledge of controls system security and safety standards in industrial settings.

  • Intermediate to advanced knowledge of robots, specifically Fanuc robot programming.

Additional Details:

  • 100% onsite role at the Rocky Mount Engine Plant in Whitakers, North Carolina.

  • Key stakeholder in ensuring new CNC lines meet the controls architecture requirements and work with equipment vendors for runoff and validation.

  • Lead production line and automation logic updates to reduce downtime and increase troubleshooting ease.

Compensation

Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate on the applicable range. The final salary offer will be determined after considering relevant factors, including a candidate’s qualifications and experience, where appropriate.

Job Manufacturing

Organization Cummins Inc.

Role Category Hybrid

Job Type Exempt - Experienced

Min Salary $97600

Max Salary $146400

ReqID 2416053

Relocation Package No

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At Cummins, we are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law. Cummins validates the right to work using E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Visit http://EEOC.gov to know your rights on workplace discrimination.

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