Controls Engineer

🚨 Controls Engineer II Opportunity 🚨

Are you passionate about automation, controls, and bringing complex systems to life? We're seeking a Controls Engineer II to lead automation projects from concept through commissioning while working with cutting-edge electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.

Location

• Grand Ledge, MI preferred

• Hybrid schedule with 3 days onsite

• Approximately 25% travel

• Springfield, OH and Newaygo, MI candidates will also be considered

Compensation

• $80,000 - $100,000 DOE

• Straight-time overtime paid after 45 hours per week

• Salary Exempt

What You'll Do

• Design electrical control systems including schematics, panels, and I/O using AutoCAD Electrical

• Develop PLC and HMI programs utilizing Allen-Bradley Studio 5000 and Siemens TIA Portal

• Design, troubleshoot, and optimize hydraulic and pneumatic circuits

• Integrate sensors, VFDs, servos, vision systems, and safety components

• Lead commissioning, startup, power-up, and debugging activities

• Manage small to mid-sized automation projects from concept to completion

• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, project management, and customers

• Develop operator manuals and maintenance documentation

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or equivalent experience

• 3-5 years of controls or automation engineering experience

• Experience with Safety PLCs and machine safety standards

• Knowledge of ISO 13849, EtherNet/IP, Modbus, and industrial networking

• Understanding of NEC and NFPA 79 standards

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Preferred Experience

• Mitsubishi controls

• FANUC, ABB, or KUKA robotics

• Industry 4.0 technologies

• Manufacturing automation and machine integration

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Lead full lifecycle automation projects

• Work with a variety of technologies across controls, hydraulics, pneumatics, and robotics

• Hybrid work flexibility

• Competitive compensation with paid overtime

• Opportunity to make a direct impact on innovative automation solutions

Interested in learning more? Let's connect!