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Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Auburn Hills, MI
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

A Controls Engineer designs, implements, and maintains control systems for industrial processes, utilizing PLCs, HMIs, and related technologies. The role ensures efficient, reliable operation, troubleshoots issues, and optimizes system performance while collaborating with cross‑functional teams and traveling to customer and vendor sites as needed.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

24V DC Electrical Circuits120V AC Electrical Circuits240V AC Electrical Circuits480V AC Electrical CircuitsVFD Motor ControlsAutoCADTime ManagementCollaborationWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationePlanAllen Bradley ControlsControl RS Logix 5000ArmorStart Motor ControllersPowerFlex DrivesDeviceNetEthernet CommunicationsPLC ProgrammingControl LogixGuard LogixPanelView Programming

Qualifications

Bachelor's in EngineeringThree Years Designing PLC Systems

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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