We are seeking a skilled Controls Engineer to join our team in Rocky Mount, NC. This role focuses on the development, implementation, and support of PLC-based control systems for manufacturing processes. The engineer will work collaboratively across functions to troubleshoot issues and enhance production performance. A commitment to safety and quality is essential, along with a drive for continuous improvement.

• Hands-on experience with PLC-based control systems in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to diagnose controls, electrical, and sensor issues methodically under time pressure.
• Clear and collaborative communication skills with cross-functional partners.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, product quality, and continuous improvement.
• Exposure to FANUC robot programming is a plus.

• Configure, program, and support PLC-based machine controls on production equipment.
• Troubleshoot controls, electrical, and sensor issues to restore production quickly and safely.
• Assist in designing and updating electrical control schematics and documentation.
• Execute improvement actions that enhance quality, stability, and uptime.
• Apply change control and maintain accurate revision history for control logic.
• Collaborate with production, maintenance, and quality to align solutions to plant goals.
• Support equipment startups, upgrades, and preventive maintenance activities.
• Contribute to safety risk assessments and implement control safeguards and interlocks.

• Employees at Cummins are often offered comprehensive benefits that support financial wellness (retirement savings/401(k) or pension options and profit-sharing), health and wellness (medical, dental, life insurance, FSAs), and professional growth through training and tuition reimbursement—sometimes including full education funding. Work-life perks commonly include paid vacation and holidays, parental leave and adoption assistance, flexible work arrangements, inclusion-focused programs, and paid volunteer time to give back to the community.