Controls Engineering Technician
Cummins Turbo Technologies
DESCRIPTION
We are looking for a talented Controls Engineering Technician to join our team specializing in Manufacturing for our Cummins Inc. facility in Ladson, SC.
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
Support Manufacturing Needs : Perform skilled activities that directly contribute to the efficiency and productivity of the manufacturing process.
Ensure Safety : Adhere to and promote Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) standards, ensuring a safe working environment for yourself and your colleagues.
Maintain High Quality : Apply high standards of workmanship and craftsmanship, ensuring that all tasks are performed to the highest quality.
Equipment Maintenance : Perform preventive, emergency, corrective, and predictive maintenance activities to ensure equipment uptime and reliability.
Continuous Improvement : Participate in continuous improvement activities, helping to identify and reduce manufacturing constraints and improve processes.
Team Collaboration : Communicate effectively with your team and support staff, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.
Training and Development : Instruct and coach others, acting as an informal resource for team members with less capability, and engage in personal development and training.
Environmental Responsibility : Recognize and minimize the environmental impact of your work, ensuring sustainable practices are followed.
RESPONSIBILITIES
To be successful in this role you will need the following:
Decision Quality : Ensure timely and effective decision-making to keep the organization progressing.
Drives Results : Consistently meet goals and deliver results, even in challenging situations.
Manages Complexity : Navigate and resolve complex and sometimes contradictory information effectively.
Health and Safety Fundamentals : Proactively promote and model health and safety behaviors to foster a safe workplace.
Controls Safety : Identify and mitigate hazards related to electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic controls to ensure a safe working environment.
Apply Manufacturing Knowledge : Implement changes in processes, equipment, and applications to meet functional needs and drive continuous improvement.
Education/Experience
High school diploma or certificate of completion of secondary education or equivalent experience to the extent such experience meets applicable regulations.
This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.
Requires significant relevant work experience or specialized skills obtained through education, training, or on-the-job experience.
QUALIFICATIONS
Additional Information
Position Summary:
The Controls Engineering Technician at CTP plays a critical role in supporting the development, implementation, and maintenance of automation and control systems across manufacturing operations, works closely with Controls Engineers, Maintenance, and Manufacturing Engineering teams to ensure equipment reliability, reduce downtime, and drive continuous improvement. This role requires a strong technical foundation, ownership mindset, and a proactive approach to learning and problem-solving.
Key Responsibilities:
Automation System Design & Integration
Support Controls Engineers in delivering control engineering solutions for line expansions, upfits, and VPI projects.
Assist in standardizing controls technology and programming approaches to reduce spare part complexity and improve troubleshooting efficiency.
Contribute to PLC/HMI programming, system integration, and commissioning activities.
Troubleshooting & Downtime Reduction
Respond to unplanned downtime with urgency, using structured diagnostic tools and guides.
Collaborate cross-functionally to improve cycle times, reduce waste, and enhance equipment availability.
Document fault conditions and resolutions to build a site-specific knowledge base.
Provide end-of-shift reports detailing downtime incidents and resolutions.
Safety & Compliance
Ensure controls systems comply with ISO 13849, ANSI/RIA R15.06, NFPA79, and site-specific safety standards.
Adhere to LOTO, Arc Flash, and other safety protocols.
Integrate safety into controls architecture and participate in audits and inspections.
Documentation & Support
Maintain accurate and accessible documentation for all systems, including electrical schematics, PLC code, and troubleshooting guides.
Create new documentation for emerging issues to support future resolution and training.
Training & Development
Support cross-functional technical training for ME and Maintenance teams.
Drive personal learning to close skill gaps and contribute to the creation of onboarding and skills matrices.
Mentor junior technicians when required and assist in succession planning efforts.
Change Management & Project Discipline
Log all system changes and updates with traceability.
Ensure electrical drawings are updated and accessible in control cabinets and shared locations.
Communication & Team Visibility
Update live project trackers and participate in weekly reviews to delegate and support new actions.
Communicate effectively with peers, shift leads, and cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and minimize downtime.
Time Management & Scheduling
Use shared vacation trackers to ensure adequate coverage.
Adhere to scheduled shift times, provide weekend support when required
Utilize inactive periods for learning, documentation, and guide creation.
Ownership & Accountability
Take ownership of assigned tasks and ensure completion with positive intent.
Escalate downtime incidents promptly and follow defined escalation paths.
Demonstrate urgency and leadership in resolving issues and driving improvements.
Qualifications and Experience
Experience within CTP technical function.
Strong foundation in PLC/HMI systems (Rockwell Studio 5000, Siemens, etc.).
Familiarity with vision systems, robotics, and industrial networking.
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
Demonstrated ownership, drive, and willingness to learn independently.
Safety certifications (LOTO, Arc Flash, etc.) and compliance awareness.
As Cummins continues to grow, you'll be provided with continuous learning opportunities, supportive benefits and a culture that values your wellbeing, safety and work-life balance. Here, you'll have the power to determine your future with innovative technology, a focus on sustainability and with a company positioned for long-term growth.