Industrial Controls Engineer

Company: Broetje Automation
Location: Savannah
Posted on: February 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Title: Industrial Controls Engineer Position available in: Savanah, GA Job Type: Full time Positions Available : 2 Broetje Automation is the world’s leading expert & OEM in aircraft manufacturing automation and robotics, working with the top names in our industry. Worldwide locations include: Germany, USA, France, United Kingdom, China, and Japan. US locations include: Charleston (SC), Savannah (GA), Wichita (KS), and Seattle (WA). Compensation/Benefits: Competitive hourly wage, ranges $34.00 – 43.00/hour, plus overtime & shift differential 6% 401(k) company match, no vesting period 100% paid healthcare coverage (medical, dental, vision) Disability plan & group life insurance program 3 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) plus 13 paid holidays, including 3 floating holidays Tuition reimbursement program, up to $10,000/yr International travel opportunities (Germany) Required Education: BS in Electrical, Controls, Mechatronics, or Electro-Mechanical Engineering preferred, BS in Computer Science, or comparable experience with industrial robotics or machine tools. Technical Certificate OR BS in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, and 3 years of experience within the industrial automation industry or equivalent experience. Strong mechanical aptitude from prior professional experience. Hands-on Industrial automation industry or equivalent experience. Desirable Experience: Siemens Step 7 PLC troubleshooting experience Siemens TIA Portal; Sinumerik One CNC troubleshooting experience Experience in IEC61131 (PLC programming languages) Ability to analyze and diagnose automation problems Qualifications: Strong fundamental understanding of electrical design practices, machine/motion control systems, electro-mechanical systems, robotics, programming, and system integration Understanding of PLC programming languages Experienced in troubleshooting electrical control panels CNC troubleshooting experience Knowledge of NC Controllers: Siemens 840D or WINCC Experience using precision measurement equipment (i.e. Dial indicators, calipers, etc. Willing to travel to customer sites (50-70% travel expected) Willing to work evenings, weekends, and overtime. Experience with aerial platforms, working with heights. Strong communication skills & ability to interact with teams, clients, and vendors Job Responsibilities: Provide electrical and controls engineering expertise in support of new equipment & system introductions Internal subject matter expert in control systems (Siemens PLC, HMI, Motion Control Systems), system integration, sensors, & electromechanical devices Apply knowledge of electronics, electrical circuits, mechanics, pneumatics, hydraulics, and programming Travel to customer sites for machine commissioning and troubleshooting support Maintain logs & written records of duties performed Visit: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7_4J6KrX5aHnXZJUoOCDRQ Powered by JazzHR Bv29wKHIF5

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