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Controls Engineer

Bosch USA
Charleston, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 9/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/9/2026
Company Description

Bosch Charleston is a part of a global network with close to 400,000 associates who make products that are "Invented for Life."

The Bosch Charleston plant has a long history in the Lowcountry and was established in 1974. We Drive. to provide a safe and inspiring environment for our associates. We make a difference and delight our global customers by creating state of the art products.

Over the past five years we have contributed over 1 million USD to Science, Technology Engineering and Math (STEM) and environmental organizations in the Lowcountry through the Bosch Community Fund. Additionally, Bosch Charleston works closely with our partners to support these initiatives through volunteerism. There are many opportunities to get involved and we hope you will join us as we make a difference in the Lowcountry.

Job Description

  • Project lead for software development, PLC programming and IT infrastructure implementations.
  • Perform investigations, trials, and improvements in automated manufacturing processes.
  • Set up machines and devices to prepare investigations as indicated.
  • Create and maintain manufacturing documentation and quality plans according to company standards (including process flow diagrams, PQIs, process control documentation, standard work instructions, etc).
  • Identifies and resolves quality issues related to automated equipment.
  • Mentors hourly skilled associates in proactive maintenance of assigned processes, including development of qualification cards and other training material.
  • Identify and lead projects to improve safety, cost, quality, delivery, and utilization of manufacturing processes in order to meet Policy Deployment objectives.
  • Actively participate in daily management of area using MES and other analytics/data to meet targets and derive measures to continuously improve performance.

Qualifications

  • BS in Engineering (Controls, Automation, Electrical, or Mechanical) and 3 years technical experience.
  • Hands-on experience with highly automated equipment technologies- such as CNC machines and High Pressure Deburr, robots (Kuka, Staubly), automated axis systems, vision systems, and feeding systems.
  • Mechanical and electrical hardware design/upgrade experience.
  • Programming experience with object-oriented languages and web technologies (PLC programming, C#, Python, HTML/Javascript)
  • Experience with data analytics tools (PowerBI, Tableau, etc)
  • Working knowledge of relational databases (MySQL, Microsoft SQL, Oracle) and IT concepts (VMs, networking)
  • Experience in high volume/technology manufacturing processes within the automotive industry preferred.
  • Ability to read and define electric drawings, pneumatic and/or hydraulic plans.
  • Project leadership skills and the ability to prioritize workload to meet established targets.
  • Ability to work on cross-functional teams with a high degree of self-initiative.
  • Experience utilizing problem solving techniques to solve complex manufacturing issues (Six Sigma, Shainin, 5 whys).
  • Ability to travel (including internationally) for training, projects, and IPN activities.

Additional Information

  • Competitive Salary
  • Competitive Time Away from Work Policy
  • Paid Time Off (PTO): 16 days (Up to 30 days based on seniority)
  • Personal Days (PAA): 5 days
  • Company Paid Holidays: 9 days
  • Paid Parental Leave: 6 Weeks
  • Industry Best Retirement Benefit
  • 401k - 75% match up to the first 9% contribution
  • Unique Bosch Defined Contribution (BDC) plan provides 100% company-funded 401(k) contributions, ranging from 2.5% to 6.5% of your pay, helping you secure your financial future
  • Student Debt Retirement Savings Match
  • Profit Sharing Bonus (CPrP) up to 10%
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Onsite Cafeteria with multiple menu options
  • Onsite Starbucks Cafe
  • Onsite Bosch Store (Employee Discount)

Your well-being matters at Bosch! We offer a competitive compensation and a benefits package designed to empower you in every area of your life. This includes premium health coverage, a 401(k) with generous matching, resources for financial planning and goal setting, ample paid time off, parental leave, and comprehensive life and disability protection. We're investing in your success! Bosch Benefits | Bosch in the USA

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By choice, we are committed to a diverse workforce - EOE/Protected Veteran/Disabled.

Indefinite U.S. work authorized individuals only. Future sponsorship for work authorization unavailable.

BOSCH is a proud supporter of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) Initiatives

FIRST Robotics (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology)

AWIM (A World In Motion)

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