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Controls Project Engineer

Troy (MI), Chattanooga (TN), Blythewood (SC) — thyssenkrupp Automotive Body Solutions USA

Type of contract:Full-time, Permanent
Experience level:Professionals
Remote work:On-Site
Job field:Engineering & Science
Salary:
110000-130000 USD yearly
Status:Ongoing recruitment, entry date flexible
Posting date:2026/02/03
Job number:US_RS_08281
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Your responsibilities

This role will work out of Blythewood, South Carolina on a weekly basis.

We are seeking a Project Engineer Controls (PEC) with a strong background in automation and control systems to support complex, medium-to-large-scale automation projects as part of a Global Program Execution Team. This role is responsible for leading all aspects of electrical controls engineering, from design through commissioning, in support of automated manufacturing systems.

The PEC is a core member of the project leadership team, working closely with the Project Manager (PM) and Project Engineer Mechanical (PEM) to ensure projects are executed safely, on time, within scope, and to required quality standards.

Role within the Project Team

The Project Engineer Controls (PEC) is one of three primary leadership roles responsible for project execution:

  • Project Manager (PM) Overall project leadership, schedule, budget, and customer interface
  • Project Engineer Mechanical (PEM) Mechanical design, build, and installation leadership
  • Project Engineer Controls (PEC) Electrical and automation controls leadership

Key Responsibilities

Controls Engineering Leadership

  • Lead and coordinate all electrical controls engineering activities for assigned projects
  • Serve as the technical owner for PLC, robot, and automation control systems
  • Define controls architecture, standards, and implementation strategies

Programming & Automation

  • Develop, review, and support PLC and/or robotic programming
  • Support integration of automation equipment, safety systems, and networked controls

Project Execution & Coordination

  • Partner with PM and PEM to align scope, timing, and deliverables
  • Participate in design reviews and readiness assessments

Installation, Debug & Commissioning

  • Support onsite installation, debugging, commissioning, and startup
  • Troubleshoot electrical and controls issues

Documentation & Standards

  • Review electrical schematics and software documentation
  • Ensure compliance with safety and customer standards

Your profile

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
  • 35 years of automation and controls engineering experience
  • PLC and/or robot programming experience

Preferred Qualifications

  • Project management experience on medium to large projects
  • Automotive or high-volume manufacturing experience

Working Conditions

  • Project-based travel required

The [above] is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Your benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid Company Holidays
  • Comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, prescription coverage, employee assistance program, as well as optional accident & hospital coverage
  • Company paid:
    • Basic vision insurance
    • Short-term disability
    • Basic Life Insurance
  • Generous 401k matching program
  • Ample opportunities for advancement within the company

Contact

We only accept online applications submitted through the 'Apply Now' button on this job posting. You can find all current job openings on our career site at: https://jobs.thyssenkrupp.com/en Thank you for your interest in joining our team!

Notices:

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Important to us

Health and Wellness

Health & Safety

Highest health & safety standards and a wide range of health promotion and healthcare activities.

Highest health & safety standards and a wide range of health promotion and healthcare activities.

Pension and Retirement

Pension

We have various financial models to give you individual support.

We have various financial models to give you individual support.

Collaboration and Teamwork

Collaboration

Collegiality is of huge importance – we treat everyone with respect and appreciation.

Collegiality is of huge importance – we treat everyone with respect and appreciation.

Professional Development

Development

Training and education programs to help you develop professionally and personally.

Training and education programs to help you develop professionally and personally.

Compensation and Salary

Compensation & benefits

Fair working conditions and competitive pay are an important basis for us.

Fair working conditions and competitive pay are an important basis for us.

Diversity and Inclusion

Diversity

We promote an open and tolerant work culture.

We promote an open and tolerant work culture.

Work-Life Balance

Work-Life Balance

Work-Life Balance: we guarantee regular working hours to support work-life balance.

Work-Life Balance: we guarantee regular working hours to support work-life balance.

Creative and Innovation

Creative leeway

We offer a work environment in which you can try out new solutions in a no blame culture.

We offer a work environment in which you can try out new solutions in a no blame culture.

Vacation and Time Off

Vacation and paid time off

Vacation and paid time off: Paid vacation, sick leave and personal days.

Vacation and paid time off: Paid vacation, sick leave and personal days.

Sustainability and Environment

Sustainability

We act with responsibility and environmental awareness. We support sociopolitical initiatives and focus on resource efficiency.

We act with responsibility and environmental awareness. We support sociopolitical initiatives and focus on resource efficiency.

Onboarding and Training

Onboarding

Onboarding: individual and personal support to help you get started in your new job.

Onboarding: individual and personal support to help you get started in your new job.

We value diversity

thyssenkrupp Automotive Body Solutions is an equal opportunity employer, including people with disabilities and veterans.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. For those requiring assistance completing the application or the application process and request information relating to the need for accommodation, please contact reasonableaccommodation@thyssenkrupp.com.

Company

Our Automotive Body Solution business is a dedicated local line builder specializing in small-scale projects with a focus on precision and quality. Our expertise encompasses Brownfield Body-in-White (BIW) Automation Lines, offering comprehensive services from design and simulation to manufacturing, installation, and programming. Our capabilities extend to robot and PLC programming, virtual commissioning, and quality improvement, all managed through meticulous project oversight. In addition, we provide specialized labor, including hemming expertise in roller and table top hemming, as well as prototype equipment for BIW and forming dies. With a strong foundation in consulting, we assist with BIW process optimization and forming die expertise. Our Greenfield BIW services further highlight our versatility and commitment to delivering top-tier solutions in the automotive industry.

From receiving your documents to acceptance: the application process

Step 1

Online application

Have you found an interesting vacancy? Then apply online. You won’t need more than 10 minutes. The entire application process – from initial contact to response – usually takes between four and six weeks.

Step 2

Receipt of your application

You will receive confirmation that we have received your application – within a few minutes if you apply online; it may take a couple of days if you apply by email. Our recruiters check your application documents and get in touch with you. For some positions we will conduct a preliminary telephone interview with you.

Step 3

Review by functional department

Our recruiter submits a preliminary selection of candidates to the specialist department for consideration. The department will then look closely to check whether your qualifications meet the requirements of the job.

Step 4

Interview

If you are a suitable candidate for the job, we’d like to get to know you personally in an interview with the specialist department and HR. If you or we need more time, we'll invite you to a second interview.

Step 5

The offer

Once we have agreed the contractual details, we will send you an employment contract. We will of course also let you know if your application is not successful.

Step 6

Starting out with us

Finally the time has come: welcome to thyssenkrupp!

Step 7

Onboarding

When you sign your contract you take your first step into one of the world’s biggest companies. We’re there to support you – right from the start.

Notes on application

You will have submitted your online application to thyssenkrupp in no time! As long as the position is available on our career page, you have the opportunity to apply.

We have adapted the application process to the current situation and conduct our interviews by video (not in the U.S.), telephone and also personally - in compliance with the applicable and necessary distance and hygienic rules. You will receive detailed information on this topic from our recruiting experts during the application process, while you can find general information and application tips here finden.

Further information about thyssenkrupp, our products and locations can be found directly on the company website.

We wish you every success with your application and stay healthy!

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