Controls Engineer III

If youre energized by leading change passionate about precision and skilled at aligning people systems and customersyoull thrive here.

About Us

HSM Company HistoryâââHSM HEART Company ValuesâââWho is HSM to our customers

Founded in 1944 HSM is aâthird generation privately held company with a rich history of innovation and a commitment to our people. With 25 locations across the U.S. and corporate headquarters in Hickory NC and Huntersville NC we specialize in manufacturing components for furniture bedding transportation packaging automotive and healthcare industries. Our expertise also includes designing and building automated production machinery. HSM products from sofa springs to swimming pool noodles and bus seats touch everyday life in countless ways.

At HSM our success is built on our people. We foster a culture of teamwork innovation and shared success. If youre looking for a meaningful place to grow and make an impact we want to hear from you!

What You Will Do

• System Design & Architecture:Create scalable electrical and automation systems tailored to HSMs production environments.
• Programming & Integration: Develop and deploy PLC and HMI code (Allen-Bradley Siemens etc.) configure drives safety circuits and robotic systems.
• Industrial Networks: Implement and maintain reliable communication through EtherNet/IP PROFINET Modbus TCP OPC UA and MQTT.
• Troubleshooting & Optimization: Lead root cause analysis for control failures and drive machine uptime improvements.
• SCADA/MES Connectivity:Integrate equipment data with Ignition FactoryTalk and other visualization tools to support OEE and traceability initiatives.
• Documentation & Compliance:Maintain system documentation support IATF 16949 and OSHA compliance and mentor junior engineers.
• Project Leadership:Manage small to mid-sized automation projects coordinate with vendors and provide technical leadership across teams.

What You Bring

• Education & Experience:
  • Bachelors degree in Electrical Automation or Controls Engineering.
  • 36 years of experience in industrial automation or controls engineering.
  • Proficient with PLC/HMI programming (Allen-Bradley Siemens) and drive systems.
  • Background in foam automotive furniture or related manufacturing preferred.
  • Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing IATF 16949 and VDA 6.3 standards is a plus

• Technical & Interpersonal Skills:
  • Advanced knowledge of automation systems VFDs safety circuits and SCADA/Ignition.
  • Strong troubleshooting documentation and communication skills.
  • Proven ability to lead projects and collaborate across teams.
  • Comfortable working with vendors and presenting solutions to leadership.

Travel Requirements

• Up to 25% primarily to support equipment commissioning troubleshooting and audits across TSM sites.

Why Join Us

• Health & Wellness: Affordable medical dental and vision insurance plans including an innovative global healthcare option for qualified participants.
• Retire:â401(k) with company match fully vested from day one.
• Paid Time Off: Competitive PTO: 3 Weeks of Vacation 9 company paid holidays.
• On-Site Medical Clinics: Free for you and covered dependents.
• Teladoc: 24/7 access with no copay.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement professional development assistance and career growth opportunities.
• Discounts: Enjoy discounts with HSM partners including Dollywood Parks & Resort Verizon Wireless and more.

EEOC

At HSM we believe that our diversity creates a productive workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to age race creed color religion sex national origin ancestry marital status affectionate or sexual orientation gender identity or expression or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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