Automation Controls Engineer – PLC, Robotics & HMI

Challenge Mfg. Holdings, Inc.

United States

On-site

USD 85,000 - 110,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Challenge Manufacturing is seeking a Controls Engineer to standardize and improve highly automated machine controls, including PLC and HMI programming for robotic and welding systems at our Walker, MI plant on the 1st shift (6:30 AM–3:30 PM, M-F).

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, 2–5 years of system integration and 5+ years of PLC/HMI experience with Rockwell software (AB CompactLogix/GuardLogix) and PanelView Plus; strong design, troubleshooting, and

Qualifications

Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or other engineering discipline.
System integration experience of 2-3 years is preferred, 5+ years PLC & HMI programming.
Minimum of 2 years’ experience with Rockwell software and AB CompactLogix, GuardLogix, PanelView Plus.

Responsibilities

Development, testing and improvement of current machine standards.
Design and program PLC, HMI, robots and other electronic or electrical manufacturing equipment.
Provide support for installation, controls issues and wiring upgrades companywide.
Assist in and occasionally lead troubleshooting of malfunctioning equipment.
Continuous improvement activities such as cycle time reduction and standardization.