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Carrier Global Corporation, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating innovations that bring comfort, safety and sustainability to life. Through cutting-edge advancements in climate solutions such as temperature control, air quality and transportation, we improve lives, empower critical industries and ensure safe transport of food, lifesaving medicines and more. Since inventing modern air conditioning in 1902, we lead with purpose: enhancing the lives we live and the world we share. We continue to lead because of our world-class, inclusive workforce that puts the customer at the center of everything we do. For more information, visit corporate.carrier.com or follow on Carrier social media at @Carrier.
About this role
Carrier Climate Solutions is seeking a qualified Manufacturing Controls & Automation Engineer to join our engineering department.
The Manufacturing Controls & Automation Engineer plays a critical role in maintaining, upgrading, and optimizing our manufacturing processes. The successful candidate will design robust automation solutions, troubleshoot complex electrical and control systems, and collaborate with teams to drive continuous improvement and operational reliability throughout our facility. Manufacturing Controls & Automation Engineer also mentors junior engineers and maintenance technicians, fostering a collaborative culture of continuous learning and technical excellence.
This is an onsite role in Collierville, TN.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, and support manufacturing control systems and automation solutions.
Troubleshoot electrical, PLC, HMI, VFD, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
Lead root-cause analysis efforts on equipment failures and implement corrective actions.
Support installation, startup, modification, and maintenance of manufacturing equipment.
Develop and implement process improvements using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
Create and maintain electrical schematics and control system documentation.
Partner with production, maintenance, and engineering teams to improve equipment performance and uptime.
Evaluate and implement new technologies to improve manufacturing efficiency and reliability.
Ensure compliance with company safety standards and applicable electrical codes.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree.
5+ years of experience in programming and troubleshooting Allen-Bradley, PLCs, HMIs and Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs).
5+ years of manufacturing experience.
5+ years of experience troubleshooting electrical, controls, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science.
Ability to read, understand, and develop electrical schematics.
Knowledge of NEC, NFPA, OSHA, and machine safety standards.
Experience with conveyors, stamping presses, and automated manufacturing equipment.
Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
Familiarity with servo drives, encoders, industrial networking, and Ethernet communications.
Experience in Siemens programming languages.
Experience with 6-Axis robots.
Experience with AutoCAD or similar CAD software.
Effective English communication and presentation skills.
Ability to work independently while leading cross-functional initiatives.
Serve as the technical lead for controls-related projects.
Mentor junior engineers and maintenance technicians.
Provide technical guidance during equipment upgrades, automation projects, and troubleshooting activities.
Drive reliability and continuous improvement initiatives across the facility.
Additional information
Pay Range
The annual salary for this position is between $79,000.00 - $158,000.00 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range include, but are not limited to, skills, education, experience, and other unique qualifications of the successful candidate.
Other Compensation
This position may be entitled to short-term cash incentives, subject to plan requirements.
Benefits
Employees are eligible for benefits, including:
Health Care Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision; Wellness incentives
Retirement Benefits
Time off and Leave: Paid vacation days, up to 15 days; paid sick days, up to 5 days; paid personal leave, up to 5 days; paid holidays, up to 13 days; birth and adoption leave; parental leave; family and medical leave; bereavement leave; jury duty leave; military leave; purchased vacation
Disability: Short-term and long-term disability
Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment
Tax-Advantaged Accounts: Health Savings Account; Health Care Spending Account; Dependent Care Spending Account
Tuition Assistance
To learn more about our benefits offering, please click here Work with us | Carrier Corporate. The specific benefits available to any employee may vary depending on state and local laws and eligibility factors, such as date of hire and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Carrier EEO Statement and Accommodations Process
Carrier is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status or any other applicable state or federal protected class. Carrier provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with section 503 of Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, participate in an interview, or otherwise engage in the hiring process, please contact us at [email protected]. We will make every effort to meet your needs in accordance with applicable laws.
Application Deadline
Applications will be accepted for at least 3 days from Job Posting Date: 31 July 2026
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Use of AI
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