Manufacturing Controls & Automation Engineer

About Carrier Carrier Global Corporation, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating innovations that bring comfort, safety and sustainability to life. Through cutting-edge advancements in climate solutions such as temperature control, air quality and transportation, we improve lives, empower critical industries and ensure safe transport of food, lifesaving medicines and more. Since inventing modern air conditioning in 1902, we lead with purpose: enhancing the lives we live and the world we share. We continue to lead because of our world-class, inclusive workforce that puts the customer at the center of everything we do. For more information, visit corporate.carrier.com or follow on Carrier social media at @Carrier. About this role Carrier Climate Solutions is seeking a qualified Manufacturing Controls & Automation Engineer to join our engineering department.  The Manufacturing Controls & Automation Engineer plays a critical role in maintaining, upgrading, and optimizing our manufacturing processes. The successful candidate will design robust automation solutions, troubleshoot complex electrical and control systems, and collaborate with teams to drive continuous improvement and operational reliability throughout our facility. Manufacturing Controls & Automation Engineer also mentors junior engineers and maintenance technicians, fostering a collaborative culture of continuous learning and technical excellence. This is an onsite role in Collierville, TN.

Design, develop, and support manufacturing control systems and automation solutions. Troubleshoot electrical, PLC, HMI, VFD, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems. Lead root-cause analysis efforts on equipment failures and implement corrective actions. Support installation, startup, modification, and maintenance of manufacturing equipment. Develop and implement process improvements using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. Create and maintain electrical schematics and control system documentation. Partner with production, maintenance, and engineering teams to improve equipment performance and uptime. Evaluate and implement new technologies to improve manufacturing efficiency and reliability. Ensure compliance with company safety standards and applicable electrical codes.

Bachelor's degree.  5+ years of experience in programming and troubleshooting Allen-Bradley, PLCs, HMIs and Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs). 5+ years of manufacturing experience. 5+ years of experience troubleshooting electrical, controls, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science. Ability to read, understand, and develop electrical schematics. Knowledge of NEC, NFPA, OSHA, and machine safety standards. Experience with conveyors, stamping presses, and automated manufacturing equipment. Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives. Familiarity with servo drives, encoders, industrial networking, and Ethernet communications. Experience in Siemens programming languages.  Experience with 6-Axis robots.  Experience with AutoCAD or similar CAD software. Effective English communication and presentation skills. Ability to work independently while leading cross-functional initiatives. Serve as the technical lead for controls-related projects. Mentor junior engineers and maintenance technicians. Provide technical guidance during equipment upgrades, automation projects, and troubleshooting activities. Drive reliability and continuous improvement initiatives across the facility.

Must have unrestricted authorization to work in the USA.  No visa sponsoring available. Pay Range The annual salary for this position is between $79,000.00 - $158,000.00 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range include, but are not limited to, skills, education,