Control Engineer

MSR Technology Group; Hudson (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

MSR Technology Group in Hudson, MI, is seeking a Controls Engineer to design, implement, and optimize electrical control systems across the plant, including schematics, PLC programming, and hands-on commissioning.

You will identify bottlenecks, apply innovative solutions, and work with suppliers to ensure standards and performance align with production goals, while maintaining safety and reliability in a busy manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of proven experience in industrial control design and programming.
• 4-year degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a closely related field OR equivalent professional work experience.
• Strong working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Proficiency in reading blueprints, process analysis, and drafting terminology.
• Solid understanding of broad machine shop operations.
• Proficiency with spreadsheet (Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets) and presentation software (PowerPoint, Google Slides).
• CAD experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and specify electrical controls for the entire plant, including the creation of schematics, programming logic, and hands-on implementation.
• Design, program, and continuously update PLC programs for all plant equipment.
• Provide direct engineering and troubleshooting support to manufacturing engineers and maintenance technicians for capital projects and preventive maintenance.
• Act as the subject matter expert (SME) across all departments regarding electrical and electrically related topics.
• Partner with outside equipment suppliers and vendors to effectively communicate our client's standards and technical practices.
• Investigate and research emerging developments in electronic and electrical technology fields, providing internal recommendations for potential applications within our client's organization.

Skills

Industrial control design

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Blueprint reading

Process analysis

Drafting terminology

Machine shop operations

PLC programming

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering or related

Tools

Excel

Google Sheets

PowerPoint

CAD

Job description

• The Controls Engineer will develop, implement, manage, and track new process systems and improvements that significantly increase operational efficiency, optimize resource utilization, and robustly support production goals.
• This role requires a comprehensive approach to identifying bottlenecks, designing innovative solutions, overseeing their successful integration, and continuously monitoring performance to ensure sustained productivity gains and alignment with strategic objectives.

KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and specify electrical controls for the entire plant, including the creation of schematics, programming logic, and hands-on implementation.
• Design, program, and continuously update PLC programs for all plant equipment.
• Provide direct engineering and troubleshooting support to manufacturing engineers and maintenance technicians for capital projects and preventive maintenance.
• Act as the subject matter expert (SME) across all departments regarding electrical and electrically related topics.
• Partner with outside equipment suppliers and vendors to effectively communicate our client's standards and technical practices.
• Investigate and research emerging developments in electronic and electrical technology fields, providing internal recommendations for potential applications within our client's organization.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• 3+ years of proven experience in industrial control design and programming.
• 4-year degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a closely related field OR equivalent professional work experience.
• Strong working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Proficiency in reading blueprints, process analysis, and drafting terminology.
• Solid understanding of broad machine shop operations.
• Proficiency with spreadsheet (Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets) and presentation software (PowerPoint, Google Slides).

REQUIRED SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Advanced proficiency in programming PLCs, electrical wiring, and control panel building.
• Proficiency in manufacturing best practices; CAD experience is strongly preferred.
• Advanced analytical skills to quickly identify root issues and implement long-term, effective solutions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and present technical findings to management.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work independently and trusted to manage highly confidential, sensitive matters.
• Must be highly reliable with an excellent, documented attendance record.
• Daily lifting and moving of objects weighing up to 25 pounds, and occasional lifting/moving of objects up to 50 pounds.
• Regular exposure to a manufacturing environment featuring noise, moving equipment/parts, and potential electrical shock hazards. Strict adherence to safety protocols is mandatory to prevent injury.