Controls Automation Engineer

LocationShaw Plant 1G, 5225 Hwy 411 SE, Cartersville, GA 30120 USA
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Experience2+ yrs
DepartmentDivisional Engineering
Company size10,000+ people
PostedSep 29, 2026 · 1w ago
Verified live14h ago
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Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Computer, or Mechatronics Engineering
Minimum 2 years relevant experience
Must possess good organizational, computer, analytical, and leadership skills
Must be able to work well under pressure and within deadlines
Thorough understanding of PLC programming languages and concepts, their function, and proper selection for a given application
Thorough understanding of Siemens TIA Portal and Allen Bradley RSLogix 5, 500, 5000 / Studio 5000 programming
Thorough understanding of Siemens S7-1200 and S7-1500 series processors and related hardware and Allen Bradley Micrologix, SLC, PLC-5, CompactLogix, and ControlLogix series processors and related hardware
Thorough understanding of advanced control concepts such as control loops and PID tuning
Thorough understanding of motor control concepts, hardware components, their function, and proper application such as starters, soft starters, and variable frequency drives (VFDs)
Thorough understanding of motion control concepts, hardware components, their function, and proper application such as servos and robots
Thorough understanding of human-machine interfaces (HMIs) hardware and software
Thorough understanding of panel mounted and field-mounted electrical devices, how to troubleshoot them, and how to select the best device for a particular application
Thorough understanding of standard industrial test equipment and their proper application
Thorough understanding of industrial networks and how to troubleshoot them
Thorough understanding of data analysis tools and how to use historical information to solve problems
Thorough understanding of safety circuit design and current safety standards
Thorough understanding of single and three-phase power and power distribution including topics such as power factor, harmonics, fault current, and arc flash and incorporating these considerations in the design of new or modified systems
Thorough understanding of process operations including the associated equipment and control systems and how control changes affect process performance such as throughput and quality
Working knowledge of NFPA articles 70, 70E, 79 including topics such as sizing of conductors, sizing of overcurrent protection devices, AIC ratings, tap rules, grounding requirements, etc.
Basic understanding of mechanical systems such as pneumatics, hydraulics, and mechanical drive systems
Capable of designing, commissioning, and troubleshooting PLC, VFD, and HMI applications of varying complexity
Capable of selecting the proper electrical hardware for new or modified systems
Capable of getting online with servo controllers throughout the division(s) for setup, configuration, and/or troubleshooting purposes unsupervised
Capable of using the teach pendants to troubleshoot robots
Capable of selecting the proper network communication design for a given application
Capable of using data storage and retrieval tools to transfer data between factory floor-level devices and higher-level systems
Capable of troubleshooting safety-related hardware and software, modifying existing circuits as needed, and designing new circuits to fulfill application requirements
Capable of reading, editing, and generating electrical schematics as needed and ensuring schematics are current
Capable of reading P&ID diagrams for troubleshooting purposes and generating an electrical bill of material from them with limited assistance
Capable of directing the efforts of electricians and junior AE(s) in making changes, reviewing changes, and providing feedback
Capable of assisting in the development of junior AEs and electricians by identifying skill gaps and providing coaching directly and/or recommending training avenues to their superiors
Capable of performing all work independently and in accordance with established regulatory, company, and divisional electrical standards and best practices
Capable of partnering with resources from other disciplines to successfully develop and execute capital improvement projects from conception through commissioning
Proficient in AutoCAD 2D
Skills
Siemens TIA Portal
Allen Bradley RSLogix 5
Allen Bradley RSLogix 500
Allen Bradley RSLogix 5000
Allen Bradley Studio 5000
Siemens S7-1200
Siemens S7-1500
Allen Bradley Micrologix
Allen Bradley SLC
Allen Bradley PLC-5
Allen Bradley CompactLogix
Allen Bradley ControlLogix
PLC
VFD
HMI
servo controllers
robots
AutoCAD 2D
Job Title
Controls Automation Engineer
Position Overview
Join a team where innovation meets real‑world impact. We’re looking for a driven Automation Engineer to become a key part of our Divisional Engineering group - a highly collaborative team supporting manufacturing operations across Georgia, Tennessee, Scotland, and China. In this role, you won’t just maintain systems, you’ll help shape the future of how we manufacture.
As a Controls Automation Engineer, you’ll take the lead on process improvement initiatives, support large‑scale capital projects, and partner closely with plant teams to solve complex challenges. You’ll have the opportunity to evaluate emerging technologies, strengthen automation and control strategies, and work directly with our Technical teams to help develop new processes that enable the next generation of innovative products.
If you’re excited by hands-on engineering, global collaboration, and the chance to influence major technical decisions, this is a role where your ideas will matter—and where you can make a lasting impact across multiple sites worldwide.
This position provides leadership and technical support to a manufacturing division(s) as it relates to industrial automation and control systems. This includes troubleshooting, participating in process improvement efforts, and capital project efforts which will, at times, require working weekends, holidays, and being on-call. This position is expected to be capable of managing internal and external resources to achieve the desired outcomes of key performance indicators and have a thorough understanding of process operations within the division(s).
Position Responsibilities:
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Directs and supports electricians, junior AEs, and other plant staff in troubleshooting and diagnosing electrical problems on new or existing equipment of any size or complexity.
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Supports process improvement efforts by carrying out Automation related tasks directly and through managing internal and external resources. Helps identify improvement opportunities and offers solutions.
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Supports and manages capital project efforts from an electrical standpoint including scope development, budgeting, bidding, installation, commissioning, and documentation. May also participate in or lead the efforts from a mechanical standpoint. Expected to oversee the efforts of internal and external resources as needed.
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Maintains and develops electrical standards and best practices for the division(s) in coordination with other senior staff and corporate departments.
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Helps drive process conformity across the division(s) from a controls perspective.
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Supports 24/7 manufacturing operations across the division(s) including being on-call and being available for weekend and holiday work.
Position Requirements:
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Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Computer, or Mechatronics Engineering.
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Minimum 2 years relevant experience
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Must possess a good organizational, computer, analytical, and leadership skills
•
Must be able to work well under pressure and within deadlines.
•
Thorough understanding of the Following Across the Division(s) with Demonstrated Prior Application:
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PLC programming languages and concepts, their function, and proper selection for a given application
•
Siemens TIA Portal and Allen Bradley RSLogix 5, 500, 5000 / Studio 5000 programming
•
Siemens S7-1200 and S7-1500 series processors and related hardware and Allen Bradley Micrologix, SLC, PLC-5, CompactLogix, and ControlLogix series processors and related hardware
•
Advanced control concepts such as control loops and PID tuning
•
Motor control concepts, hardware components, their function, and proper application such as starters, soft starters, and variable frequency drives (VFDs).
•
Motion control concepts, hardware components, their function, and proper application such as servos and robots.
•
Human-machine interfaces (HMIs) hardware and software
•
Panel mounted and field-mounted electrical devices, how to troubleshoot them, and how to select the best device for a particular application.
•
Standard industrial test equipment and their proper application
•
Industrial networks and how to troubleshoot them
•
Data analysis tools and how to use historical information to solve problems
•
Safety circuit design and current safety standards
•
Single and three-phase power and power distribution including topics such as power factor, harmonics, fault current, and arc flash and incorporating these considerations in the design of new or modified systems.
•
Process operations including the associated equipment and control systems and how control changes affect process performance such as throughput and quality.
•
Working knowledge of NFPA articles 70, 70E, 79 including topics such as sizing of conductors, sizing of overcurrent protection devices, AIC ratings, tap rules, grounding requirements, etc.
•
Basic understanding of mechanical systems such as pneumatics, hydraulics, and mechanical drive systems
•
Capable of the following:
•
Design, commission, and troubleshoot PLC, VFD, and HMI applications of varying complexity.
•
Selecting the proper electrical hardware for new or modified systems.
•
Getting online with servo controllers throughout the division(s) for setup, configuration, and/or troubleshooting purposes unsupervised. Capable of using the teach pendants to troubleshoot robots.
•
Selecting the proper network communication design for a given application.
•
Using data storage and retrieval tools to transfer data between factory floor-level devices and higher-level systems.
•
Troubleshooting safety-related hardware and software, modifying existing circuits as needed, and designing new circuits to fulfill application requirements.
•
Reading, editing, and generating electrical schematics as needed and ensuring schematics are current.
•
Reading P&ID diagrams for troubleshooting purposes and generating an electrical bill of material from them with limited assistance.
•
Directing the efforts of electricians and junior AE(s) in making changes, reviewing changes, and providing feedback.
•
Assisting in the development of junior AEs and electricians by identifying skill gaps and providing coaching directly and/or recommending training avenues to their superiors.
•
Performing all work independently and in accordance with established regulatory, company, and divisional electrical standards and best practices.
•
Partnering with resources from other disciplines to successfully develop and execute capital improvement projects from conception through commissioning.
Preferred Skills:
Proficient in AutoCAD 2D
Key Competencies:
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Build Customer Satisfaction
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Initiate Action
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Adapt and Change
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Innovate
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Coach and Support
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Deliver Compelling Communication
About the company
Shaw Industries Group, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway, and is a global leader in delivering carpet, hardwood, tile & stone, laminate, synthetic turf, and other specialty products to residential and commercial markets worldwide. We are committed to creating a better future for our customers, our people, our company, and our communities.
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Work Shift
8 Hr non-rotating shift, Hrs fall to in punch day, Observed Calendar, shift starts AM
Legal
Shaw Industries is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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