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Controls Engineer

Amrize

Wellford, SC · Posted September 29, 2026

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About the job

Elevate is committed to providing the highest quality commercial roofing, wall and lining systems to solve our customers’ challenges, grounded by a 45-year legacy of proven experience. Our mission is to deliver solutions that save time, perform reliably and protect our communities. We are devoted to building partnerships rooted in trust in reflection of our Elevate promise that Nobody Covers You Better™.

We’re seeking a Controls Engineer who’s ready to be part of a people-first company offering best-in-class products, exceptional training, and deep industry pride—all built to help our partners and team succeed.

Job Title: Controls Engineer | Req ID: 18207 | HR Contact: Sheena WATSON | Location: Building Envelope - Wellford, SC

ABOUT THE ROLE

Serves as the SME for controls/automation within the facility. Provides controls related support and guidance to maintenance, production, and engineering personnel as required to increase safety, reliability, and efficiency.

WHAT YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH

Demonstrate safe electrical work practice

Hands-on PLC/HMI programming, modification, and troubleshooting

Support maintenance efforts to diagnose and repair electrical equipment and control devices (i.e., PLCs, motor controls hardware, I/O, drives, sensors, and OT networks)

Lead and/or support internal controls projects from conception to completion including planning, installation, and commissioning as required

Identify opportunities to optimize safety, quality, efficiency, and reliability of production lines with automation

Maintain backup programs for PLCs, HMIs, and VFDs

Work with the Maintenance group to develop and implement a training plan to increase controls knowledge within the team

Identify obsolete controls hardware and ensure appropriate spare parts availability

Work with outside vendors and contractors involved in controls related projects

Proven experience supporting electrical controls in an industrial environment

Strong electrical, mechanical, analytical, and diagnostic skills, with the ability to define problems and resolve them quickly and safely

Highly proficient with PLC software and hardware to include Rockwell Automation/Allen- Bradley products (Studio 5000 and similar)

Extensive PLC programming/troubleshooting experience

Experience supporting industrial networks, motor control systems, servo drives, variable frequency drives, safety devices, and electrical distribution systems

HMI/SCADA development expertise (FactoryTalk View, Wonderware, Ignition, and similar)

Experience starting up, replacing, and upgrading Alllen Bradley and ABB drives

History of troubleshooting remote IO on DeviceNet, Ethernet IP, and ControlNet

Strong understanding of electrical theory and devices

Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and diagrams

Experience integrating and commissioning industrial equipment or controls hardware

Effective communication and computer skills

Ability to work both individually and as part of a team

Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Education: Technical Degree in Engineering, Industrial Controls, Automation, Mechatronics, or similar

5+ years of experience with Programmable Logic Controls (PLC) programs

5+ years of experience with HMI/SCADA

5+ years of experience with Motor Controls (motors, variable frequency drives, DC drives, and standard electrical components)

Additional Requirements:

Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Amrize approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.

WHAT WE OFFER

Competitive salary

Retirement Savings: Choose from 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance

Holistic Health & Well-being programs

Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care

Vision and other Voluntary benefits and discounts

Paid time off & paid holidays

Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity)

Educational Assistance Program

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Amrize is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.