Controls Engineer

What you will do

The Automation & Controls Engineering team reports to the Engineering Manager and plays a pivotal role in driving operational excellence. By integrating advanced control systems the group ensures that production lines run safely efficiently and with minimal downtime. This team is essential to the companys ability to scale innovate and remain competitive in a fast-paced industrial environment.

How You Will Do It

• Deliver robust control system designs that meet production requirements and safety standards.

• Successfully implement PLC programming and Allen Bradley system integration with minimal downtime.

• Maintain accurate technical documentation and ensure compliance with industry regulations.

• Proactively troubleshoot and optimize existing systems to improve efficiency.

• Support commissioning and start-up of new equipment with zero safety incidents.

• Provide effective training and technical support to plant personnel ensuring smooth adoption of new systems.

What We Look For

Required

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Mechanical Engineering or related field.

• Proven experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting.

• Prior experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

• Strong project management skills with ability to lead cross-functional initiatives.

Preferred

• Experience integrating new technologies into legacy systems.

• Familiarity with data analysis tools for process improvement.

• Ability to read and interpret complex technical diagrams and schematics.

Whatwedo here:

Tampa Florida is home to a fully integrated plant that manufactures batteries used in cars boats motorcycles and heavy-duty trucks. As a fully integrated plant we also decorate or label our batteries into the final product for our customers. We opened in 1958 and employ more than 280 people. Weoperatesix days per week. We are actively involved in our local community and give back through Metropolitan Ministries The United Way and Adopt-A-Road Tampa.

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Note: This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

What you get:

• Medical dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching all starting on date of hire

• Tuition reimbursement perks and discounts

• Parental and caregiver leave programs

• All the usual benefits such as paid time off flexible spending short-and long-term disability basic life insurance business travel insurance Employee Assistance Program and domestic partner benefits

• Global market strength and worldwide market share leadership

• HQ location earns LEED certification for sustainability plus a full-service cafeteria and workout facility

• Clarios has been recognized as one of 2025s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere. This prestigious recognition marks the third consecutive year Clarios has received this distinction.

Who we are:
Clarios is the force behind the worlds most recognizable car battery brands powering vehicles from leading automakers like Ford General Motors Toyota Honda and Nissan. With 18000 employees worldwide we develop manufacture and distribute energy storage solutions while recovering recycling and reusing up to 99% of battery materialssetting the standard for sustainability in our industry. At Clarios were not just making batteries; were shaping the future of sustainable transportation. Join our mission to innovate push boundaries and make a real impact. Discover your potential at Clarioswhere your power meets endless possibilities.

Veterans/Military Spouses:
We value the leadership adaptability and technical expertise developed through military service. At Clarios those capabilities thrive in an environment built on grit ingenuity and passionwhere you can grow your career while helping to power progress worldwide. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics.

We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here please apply. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to challenging the status quo. Therefore we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability age status as a protected veteran or other protected characteristics protected by law. As a federal contractor we are committed to not discriminating against any applicant or employee based on these protected statuses. We will also take affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunities. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process by emailing . We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our teams in terms of work experience area of expertise and all characteristics protected by laws in the countries where we operate. For more information on our commitment to sustainability diversity and equal opportunity please read our latest report. We want you to know your rights because EEO is the law.

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