Controls Engineer
Posted: 05/11/2026
Employment Type:
Direct Hire
Division: Life Sciences
Job Number: JN -052026-21123
State: South Carolina
Job Description
Controls Engineer
Title: Controls Engineer
Location: Greenwood, SC
Industry: Pharmaceutical
Hours: On-site 100%, M-F, 8am-5pm, on call as needed
Salary: Competitive industry compensation package (eligibility for annual bonus, 401k, health/dental/vision). Relocation assistance provided for the right candidate.
Employment Type: Direct hire
Environment
Our client is a global leader in capsule manufacturing and oral dosage delivery solutions for the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical industries. The company develops innovative gelatin and plant-based capsules, encapsulation technologies, and health ingredient solutions that support the delivery of prescription medicines, over-the-counter products, and dietary supplements worldwide.
Join our company as a Controls Engineer and help shape the future of life sciences through cutting-edge automation solutions. This role offers the chance to work on global projects that impact multiple continents, driving innovation and efficiency across our manufacturing sites.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Title: Controls Engineer
Location: Greenwood, SC
Industry: Pharmaceutical
Hours: On-site 100%, M-F, 8am-5pm, on call as needed
Salary: Competitive industry compensation package (eligibility for annual bonus, 401k, health/dental/vision). Relocation assistance provided for the right candidate.
Employment Type: Direct hire
Environment
Our client is a global leader in capsule manufacturing and oral dosage delivery solutions for the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical industries. The company develops innovative gelatin and plant-based capsules, encapsulation technologies, and health ingredient solutions that support the delivery of prescription medicines, over-the-counter products, and dietary supplements worldwide.
Join our company as a Controls Engineer and help shape the future of life sciences through cutting-edge automation solutions. This role offers the chance to work on global projects that impact multiple continents, driving innovation and efficiency across our manufacturing sites.
Responsibilities:
- Develop, replicate, and support global automation systems across sites in Belgium, France, US, Mexico, China, Japan, and India.
- Apply advanced PLC/SCADA/Simotion expertise to global initiatives, focusing on software development and validation.
- Design and execute test plans to ensure software reliability and compliance.
- Lead commissioning activities and support validation of control systems.
- Collaborate with R&D and production site automation teams to align strategies and solutions.
- Provide accurate time estimates for control software development tasks.
- Drive continuous improvement and contribute to environmental and health safety initiatives.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor s degree required in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or Robotics. Master s degree preferred.
- Minimum of 4 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with a focus on automation required. Experience within an FDA regulated environment is a plus.
- Strong skills in PLC/SCADA systems and software development processes required.
- Experience with Siemens automation platforms particularly STL, SCL, FBD, and LAD is a huge plus.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a global team setting.
- Excellent project management, communication, and organizational skills.
- Open to mentorship and professional growth opportunities.
- Travel < 10 %
Share This Job:
Related Jobs:
Login to save this search and get notified of similar positions.About Greenwood, SC
Discover exciting job opportunities in the vibrant area around Greenwood, South Carolina! Nestled in the picturesque Upstate, Greenwood offers a perfect blend of small-town charm and big career opportunities. A welcoming community with a thriving arts scene, unique boutiques, and delicious southern cuisine, this area boasts landmarks like the Lander University, Emerald Farm, and the cultural center of the Uptown Market. Explore job listings in this charming region and embark on a career journey filled with growth and fulfillment. Join us in Greenwood, where career aspirations meet enchanting surroundings!
For more than 30 years, SRG4 has worked with clients in Fortune 100 corporations, as well as emerging and rapid growth companies, located throughout the United States and globally.
Copyright 2024 The Staffing Resource Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved.