Manufacturing and Controls Engineer

What you will do

We’re hiring a Manufacturing & Controls Engineer to join our team at our San Antonio, TX plant. This role supports plant operations through automation, controls, and continuous improvement initiatives, helping drive uptime, quality, and cost performance.

What the group does

The engineering team partners closely with operations, maintenance, and quality to optimize manufacturing processes and equipment. This group is critical to ensuring reliable production, continuous improvement, and successful implementation of automation and capital projects. This is a high-impact, hands-on role with strong visibility across the plant.

What Does Success Look Like

• Improve plant uptime, efficiency, and cost performance through automation and process improvements

• Design, modify, and troubleshoot PLC, HMI, robotics, and SCADA systems

• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives using Lean/Six Sigma tools

• Execute capital and non-capital projects from concept through implementation

• Partner cross-functionally to resolve issues and ensure quality and process stability

• Identify root causes of downtime and implement sustainable solutions

What we look for - Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Controls, or related)

• 2 years of experience in manufacturing and controls engineering

• Strong experience with PLC/HMI/automation troubleshooting and programming

• Proven ability to lead projects and drive continuous improvement results

• Experience with Allen Bradley (RsLogix / FactoryTalk) and vision systems

• Robotics programming experience (Fanuc, ABB, or similar)

• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or FMEA/DOE methodologies

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future; Clarios will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visas for this opportunity.

What we do here:

San Antonio - Distribution Center

Our San Antonio, Texas distribution center charges, packages, and ships the batteries used in cars, boats, motorcycles, and heavy-duty trucks. We opened in 1995, now employ more than 265 people, and operate six days per week. We are actively involved in our local community and give back through Toys for Tots, The Strong Foundation and Soldier’s Angels.

What you get:

• Medical, dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching - all starting on date of hire

• Tuition reimbursement, perks, and discounts

• Parental and caregiver leave programs

• All the usual benefits such as paid time off, flexible spending, short-and long-term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, and Employee Assistance Program

• Global market strength and worldwide market share leadership

• HQ location earns LEED certification for sustainability plus a full-service cafeteria and workout facility

• Clarios has been recognized as one of 2026's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere. This prestigious recognition marks the fourth consecutive year Clarios has received this distinction.

Who we are:

Clarios is the force behind the world’s most recognizable car battery brands, powering vehicles from leading automakers like Ford, General Motors, Toyota, Honda, and Nissan. With 18,000 employees worldwide, we develop, manufacture, and distribute energy storage solutions while recovering, recycling, and reusing up to 99% of battery materials-setting the standard for sustainability in our industry. At Clarios, we’re not just making batteries; we’re shaping the future of sustainable transportation. Join our mission to innovate, push boundaries, and make a real impact. Discover your potential at Clarios-where your power meets endless possibilities.

Veterans/Military Spouses:

We value the leadership, adaptability, and technical expertise developed through military service. At Clarios, those capabilities thrive in an environment built on grit, ingenuity, and passion-where you can grow your career while helping to power progress worldwide. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please apply. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to challenging the status quo. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or other protected characteristics protected by law. As a federal contractor, we are committed to not discriminating against any applicant or employee based on these protected statuses. We will also take affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunities. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process by emailing [email protected]. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our teams in terms of work experience, area of expertise, and all characteristics protected by laws in the countries where we operate. For more information on our commitment to sustainability, diversity, and equal opportunity, please read our latest report. We want you to know your rights because EEO is the law.

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