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Controls Engineer - Machining SG 31

PACCAR Engine Company
Columbus, MS Full Time
POSTED ON 8/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/11/2026
JOB TITLE: Controls Engineer - Machining (SG 31)

Requisition Summary

Supports electrical and automation control systems development, implementation, and troubleshooting in Assembly. Design and implement controls improvements to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and improve reliability.

Job Functions / Responsibilities

  • Designs and implements modifications to existing electrical, robotic, and PLC automation equipment to improve uptime and reliability.
  • Reviews engineering designs for manufacturing feasibility and recommends changes as necessary
  • Solicits bids to improve or replace existing process equipment, selects suppliers, and coordinates activities with internal departments.
  • Ensures projects are completed within budget and on schedule, ensuring that the vendors follows Engine Plant Safety, Electrical, and Automation standards
  • Coordinates and supervises major maintenance, emergency repairs, and corrective actions on equipment and facilities.
  • Leads and Mentors others through troubleshooting, equipment design, and automation development
  • Maintains necessary records and documentation, preparing management reports as necessary
  • Manages Supplier execution and project schedules for new process equipment and verifies machine design documentation is detailed and accurate.
  • Continuous improvement working with IT department and integrated process monitoring systems
  • Follow plant’s standards for filing and maintaining documentation per ISO standards.
  • Prepare, manage and implement capital budget projects. Support Six Sigma projects
  • Facilitate effective communication to plant management on project status

Qualifications & Skills

  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering is required
  • Masters Science in Engineering or MBA, preferred
  • Minimum seven (7) years of automation experience is required, preferred in Manufacturing Environment.
  • Extensive Knowledge using Siemens PLC products, and TIA Portal experience preferred
  • Familiar with risk assessments and safety evaluation.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects with the flexibility to adapt to conflicting requirements
  • Knowledge of city, state, and federal electrical codes is preferred. Knowledge of mechanical and safety codes preferred
  • Knowledge of Profibus, Profisafe, Safety Integrated, and ASI-Bus
  • Experience with FANUC Robots, FANUC Vision, Cognex Vision, and Atlas Copco tools is strongly preferred
  • Demonstrated ability to create and interpret electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic schematics
  • Exceptional computer literacy. Microsoft and AutoCAD desired

Job Functions / Responsibilities

  • Designs and implements modifications to existing electrical, robotic, and PLC automation equipment to improve uptime and reliability.
  • Reviews engineering designs for manufacturing feasibility and recommends changes as necessary
  • Solicits bids to improve or replace existing process equipment, selects suppliers, and coordinates activities with internal departments.
  • Ensures projects are completed within budget and on schedule, ensuring that the vendors follows Engine Plant Safety, Electrical, and Automation standards
  • Coordinates and supervises major maintenance, emergency repairs, and corrective actions on equipment and facilities.
  • Leads and Mentors others through troubleshooting, equipment design, and automation development
  • Maintains necessary records and documentation, preparing management reports as necessary
  • Manages Supplier execution and project schedules for new process equipment and verifies machine design documentation is detailed and accurate.
  • Continuous improvement working with IT department and integrated process monitoring systems
  • Follow the plant’s standards for filing and maintaining documentation per ISO standards.
  • Prepare, manage and implement capital budget projects. Support Six Sigma projects
  • Facilitate effective communication to plant management on project status

Qualifications & Skills

  • Bachelors Science in Engineering or equivalent Bachelors Degree in a technical field is required
  • Masters Science in Engineering or MBA, perferred
  • Minimum 7 years automation experience is required, preferred in Manufacturing Environment
  • Extensive Knowledge using Siemens PLC products, TIA Portal experience required
  • Familiar with risk assessments and safety evaluation
  • Ability to manage multiple projects with the flexibility to adapt to conflicting requirements
  • Knowledge of city, state, and federal electrical codes required. Knowledge of mechanical and safety codes preferred
  • Knowledge of Profibus, Profisafe, Safety Integrated, and ASI-Bus
  • Experience with FANUC Robots, FANUC Vision, Cognex Vision, and Atlas Copco tools strongly preferred
  • Demonstrated ability to create and interpret electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic schematics
  • Exceptional computer literacy. Microsoft and AutoCAD desired

U.S. Salaried Benefits

PACCAR offers comprehensive benefits from time of hire through retirement for vested employees and their families. As a U.S. Salaried PACCAR employee, you have a full range of benefit options including:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision plan options for you and your family.
  • Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings accounts (HSA).
  • 401(k) with a dollar-for-dollar company match up to 5%.
  • A fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement.
  • Tuition reimbursement program.
  • Paid short-and long-term disability programs.
  • Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
  • EAP services include wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling, and more.
  • Comprehensive paid time off- minimum of 10 paid vacation days (additional days are provided with additional seniority/years of service), 12 paid holidays, and sick time.

General Description Of Any Other Compensation

  • This position is also eligible for a holiday gift.
  • This position offers relocation assistance benefits.

If you would like more information about what makes PACCAR an excellent place to work, please visit the PACCAR Career Site.

P{ACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability.

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