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Controls Engineer OOJ - 35105

Hatch Global Search

Auburn Hills, MIFull-timeNo compensation foundPosted 1y agoChecked 4w ago
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Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Auburn Hills, MI
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

Hatch Global Search is hiring a Controls Engineer OOJ - 35105. A Controls Engineer designs, implements, and maintains control systems for industrial processes, ensuring efficient and reliable operation by utilizing technologies like PLCs and HMIs, while also troubleshooting issues and optimizing system performance. This role involves leading a team, collaborating with various engineering disciplines and vendors, and providing technical support.

Key focus areas include Lead a team of electrical engineers in designing conveyor components and systems., Work closely with project engineering and management to verify equipment specifications., and Collaborate with electrical and software engineers, as well as vendors, during product development..

Successful candidates bring Bachelor's Degree In Engineering, 3+ Years PLC Design Experience, and Travel 25%+. Important skills include PLC Systems Design, 24V DC Electrical Circuits, 120V AC Electrical Circuits, 240V AC Electrical Circuits, 480V AC Electrical Circuits, and Single-Phase Systems. Preferred (not required): Allen Bradley Controls, Control RS Logix 5000, ArmorStart Motor Controllers, and PowerFlex Drives.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

PLC Systems Design24V DC Electrical Circuits120V AC Electrical Circuits240V AC Electrical Circuits480V AC Electrical CircuitsSingle-Phase SystemsThree-Phase SystemsVFD Motor ControlsAutomation SystemsAutoCAD ProficiencyElectrical DesignSchematicsTime ManagementCollaborationCommunicationAllen Bradley ControlsControl RS Logix 5000ArmorStart Motor ControllersPowerFlex DrivesDeviceNet CommunicationsEthernet CommunicationsPLC ProgrammingGuard LogixPanelView ProgrammingHMI Interface Development

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering3+ Years Experience Designing PLC SystemsWillingness to Travel Within North AmericaBackground in Conveyor Systems for Automotive ManufacturingFamiliarity With GM Electrical Control Standards

Full job description

Job Description

A Controls Engineer designs, implements, and maintains control systems for industrial processes, ensuring efficient and reliable operation by utilizing technologies like PLCs and HMIs, while also troubleshooting issues and optimizing system performance. Controls Engineer 

Job Duties:

  • Lead a team of electrical engineers in designing conveyor components and systems.

  • Work closely with project engineering and management to verify equipment specifications.

  • Collaborate with electrical and software engineers, as well as vendors, during product development.

  • Participate in design reviews and customer job-site meetings as needed.

  • Travel to customer sites, vendors, and manufacturing locations for meetings and project oversight.

  • Provide technical support to project managers, equipment assemblers, and site supervisors.

  • Create and refine CAD designs for conveyor systems from conceptual development through final implementation.

  • Assist in mechanical engineering and design tasks when necessary.

Experience:

  • Background in conveyor systems for automotive manufacturing .

  • Familiarity with GM, Ford, and FCA electrical control standards .

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering .

  • Minimum three years of experience designing PLC systems .

Preferred Experience With:

  • ePlan electrical design software.

  • Allen Bradley Controls and Control RS Logix 5000 .

  • ArmorStart Motor Controllers and PowerFlex Drives .

  • DeviceNet and Ethernet communications .

  • PLC programming , including Control Logix and Guard Logix .

  • PanelView programming for HMI interface development. Qualifications

Required Skills:

  • Strong understanding of 24V DC, 120V AC, 240V AC, and 480V AC electrical circuits , including single and three-phase systems.

  • Expertise in VFD motor controls and automation systems.

  • AutoCAD proficiency for electrical design and schematics.

  • Strong time management and prioritization skills.

  • Ability to collaborate effectively with customers, management, and project teams .

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Willingness to travel within North America, including Mexico (up to 25%) . Why is This a Great Opportunity

Fast growing company with opportunities to advance.

OOJ - 35105

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