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Controls Engineer

International
San Antonio, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 12/16/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/15/2026
Position Overview:
Internaional in San Antonio is growing and is looking to add a Conrols Engineer to their team.

The Controls Engineer will support automation systems critical to the efficient and safe operation of manufacturing processes. This role involves programming, troubleshooting, and optimizing control systems to support production goals and continuous improvement initiatives.
Responsibilities:
  • Develop, modify, and maintain PLC programs.
  • Design and update HMI screens and SCADA dashboards to improve visibility and high performance.
  • Configure and validate control system hardware and safety devices.
  • Support firmware upgrades for VFDs, safety controllers, and network devices.
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards and cybersecurity requirements.
  • Diagnose and resolve control system issues.
  • Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action planning for recurring issues.
  • Collaborate with maintenance and operations teams to minimize downtime and improve system reliability.
  • Analyze downtime data and implement system improvements for reliability and efficiency.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams on automation projects.
  • Implement new automation solutions and integrate them with existing production lines.
  • Maintain accurate electrical schematics, control logic documentation, and SCADA standards.
  • Contribute to developing plant-wide automation best practices.
Minimum Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree and no experience
OR
  • At least 2 years of product manufacturing experience
Additional Requirements:
  • Qualified candidates, excluding current employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. We do not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B status)
Desired Skills:
  • Proficiency in Allen Bradley Logix 5000 Safety Controllers.
  • Experience with HMI/SCADA platforms (Ignition preferred).
  • Knowledge of industrial networks.
  • Understanding of electrical schematics and control panel design.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
  • Excellent communication and documentation skills.
  • Knowledge of SQL databases and data integration for SCADA systems.

Benefits and Compensation:
We provide a competitive total rewards package which ensures job satisfaction both on and off the job. We offer market-based compensation, health benefits, 401(k) match, tuition assistance, EAP, legal insurance, an employee discount program, and more.

For this position, the expected salary range will be commensurate with the candidate’s applicable skills, knowledge and experience.

You can learn more about our comprehensive benefits package at https://careers.international.com/#benefits.
Company Overview:
ABOUT TRATON
With its brands Scania, MAN, International, and Volkswagen Truck & Bus, TRATON SE is the parent and holding company of the TRATON GROUP and one of the world’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturers. The Group’s product portfolio comprises trucks, buses, and light-duty commercial vehicles. “Transforming Transportation Together. For a sustainable world.”: this intention underlines the Company’s ambition to have a lasting and sustainable impact on the commercial vehicle business and on the Group’s commercial growth.

ABOUT INTERNATIONAL

From a one-man company built on the world-changing invention of the McCormick reaper in 1831, to the 15,000-person-strong company we are today, few companies can lay claim to a history like International. Based in Lisle, Illinois, International Motors, LLC* creates solutions that deliver greater uptime and productivity to our customers throughout the full operation of our commercial vehicles. We build International® trucks and engines and IC Bus® school and commercial buses that are as tough and as smart as the people who drive them. We also develop Fleetrite® aftermarket parts. In everything we do, our vision is to accelerate the impact of sustainable mobility to create the cleaner, safer world we all deserve. As of 2021, we joined Scania, MAN and Volkswagen Truck & Bus in TRATON GROUP, a global champion of the truck and transport services industry. To learn more, visit www.International.com.

  • International Motors, LLC is d/b/a International Motors USA in Illinois, Missouri, New Jersey, Ohio, Texas, and Utah.
EEO Statement:
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to access the online application system or participate in the interview process due to your disability, please email HUB@International.com to request assistance. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response. Otherwise, your request may not be considered.

Salary : $67,200 - $100,800

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