Controls Engineer

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
  
  
  

Are you a problem-solver who thrives on seeing complex systems come to life? We are looking for a Controls Engineer to join our team at STIWA. In this role, you won’t just be writing code; you’ll be the architect of high-performance automation, taking projects from initial programming and in-house validation to global commissioning.

If you are looking for a position that offers deep technical challenges, international travel, and the chance to work with world-class automation technology, we want to hear from you.

The Impact You’ll Make

• System Architecture: Program, build, and validate sophisticated systems involving pneumatics, servos, variable frequency drives (VFDs), and HMI touchscreens.
• Global Commissioning: Lead the setup and startup of machines both in-house (at our US and Austria facilities) and at customer sites worldwide.
• Process Excellence: Go beyond "just making it work." You will continually optimize processes and machines to ensure peak efficiency and reliability.
• Technical Documentation: Create clear specifications and documentation that serve as the blueprint for our success.
• Customer Partnership: Provide expert after-sales support and conduct high-level training to ensure our clients are empowered to succeed.
  
  
  

What You Bring to the Team

• Technical Foundation: A BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related ABET-accredited field.
• Automation Experience: Ideally 2–4 years of hands-on experience using PLCs and HMI/OIT for process control.
• The "Traveler" Mindset: You are excited about the prospect of international travel. This role includes extensive training at our STIWA Group headquarters in Austria and project work across the USA, Mexico, Canada, and Brazil.
• Team & Leadership Qualities: You bring excellent communication skills, a natural inclination to take responsibility, and the ability to work seamlessly within multidisciplinary teams. Ideally, you possess early leadership experience or demonstrate a clear desire to grow into a leadership role as our team and responsibilities expand.
  
  
  

Our Offer

Why STIWA?

At STIWA, we value precision, innovation, and our people. This role offers a unique blend of stable, high-level engineering and the dynamic environment of global project work. We provide the tools and the training to ensure you are an expert in our specific high-performance systems.

• A Career at the Forefront of Automation: Join our motivated international team within a dynamic, family-owned industrial business. You'll engage with the most up-to-date automation technologies in an exciting and versatile role, with comprehensive training provided from day one.
• Competitive Compensation: We provide a strong compensation package that reflects your skills and contributions.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy a full benefits package including health insurance effective after a 2-month probation period.
• Professional Growth: Access generous paid time off and clear pathways for career development and continuous skill expansion.
• Salary Range: $27.00 - $32.00 / hr (higher compensation is possible depending on specific qualifications and experience. We are seeking candidates ranging from those with high growth potential to experienced professionals capable of stepping into a Team Lead role).
• Work Environment: Based on site in Rock Hill, SC, Monday – Friday (travel availability required during commissioning).
  
  
  

Ready to automate the future? Apply today to start your journey with STIWA US!