Controls & Automation Engineer

National Bulk Equipment, Inc.

Holland (MI)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly Bonus Program
401(k) Profit Sharing
Parental Leave
Updated facilities
Dynamic team

Job summary

National Bulk Equipment, Inc. in Holland, Michigan, seeks a Controls & Automation Engineer to design and implement electrical schematics, HMI and PLC programs for bulk material handling equipment built by NBE. The role collaborates with Mechanical Engineering, Project Management, and Sales to deliver turnkey solutions.

You will lead FATs, prepare wiring diagrams and I/O lists, ensure safety standards and NEC/NFPA code compliance, and provide on-site and remote diagnostics and support.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field preferred (or equivalent experience).
  • 5+ years of programming experience required.
  • Experience in Allen Bradley and/or Siemens PLC programming required.
  • Understanding of AC/DC electrical systems required.
  • Understanding of NEC and NFPA codes required.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop HMI and PLC programming for NBE equipment, including turnkey solutions that integrate with customer systems.
  • Prepare wiring diagrams, single line diagrams, conduit schedules, harness lists, instrument lists, and other required documents per customer specifications.
  • Ensure all project deliverables meet or exceed client specifications and/or NBE standards.
  • Ensure control systems are designed in compliance with safety standards and participate in risk assessments to identify and mitigate hazards.
  • Act as the controls lead for Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) onsite with or without customers present.
  • Provide diagnostic and troubleshooting support for control system issues, both on-site and remotely.

Skills

HMI Programming
PLC Programming
Electrical Systems
Safety Standards
Field Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC
Siemens PLC

Job description

About Nbe

National Bulk Equipment (NBE) in Holland, Michigan, is rapidly growing and seeking motivated and qualified individuals. NBE designs, engineers, and manufactures application-specific bulk material processing, packaging, and reclamation equipment, systems, and projects for customers around the globe. The culture at NBE is exceptional, with strong leadership and a casual, inclusive atmosphere. NBE is an expanding organization which offers opportunities for future career growth. The company is also proud to offer employees an excellent benefits package, including a quarterly Bonus Incentive Program. NBE is a company to grow with!

CONTROLS & AUTOMATION ENGINEER
About Nbe

National Bulk Equipment (NBE) in Holland, Michigan, is rapidly growing and seeking motivated and qualified individuals. NBE designs, engineers, and manufactures application-specific bulk material processing, packaging, and reclamation equipment, systems, and projects for customers around the globe. The culture at NBE is exceptional, with strong leadership and a casual, inclusive atmosphere. NBE is an expanding organization which offers opportunities for future career growth. The company is also proud to offer employees an excellent benefits package, including a quarterly Bonus Incentive Program. NBE is a company to grow with!

Summary

The Controls & Automation Engineer collaborates closely with Mechanical Engineering, Project Management, and Sales teams to design and implement electrical schematics and controls for bulk material handling equipment and integrated systems built by NBE.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities
  • Design and develop HMI and PLC Programming for NBE equipment, including turnkey solutions that integrate seamlessly with existing customer systems
  • Support additional documentation requirements that may include the following: Wiring Diagrams, Single Line Diagrams, Conduit Schedules, Harness Lists, Instrument Lists, I/O Lists, and other required documents as outlined by customer specifications.
  • Ensure all project deliverables meet or exceed client specifications and/or NBE standards.
  • Ensure control systems are designed in compliance with relevant safety standards and participate in risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential hazards.
  • Act as the controls lead for Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) onsite with or without customers present.
  • Provide diagnostic and troubleshooting support for control system issues, both on-site and remotely.
EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical field (or equivalent experience) preferred.
  • 5+ years of programming experience required.
  • Experience in Allen Bradley and/or Siemens programmable logic controller (PLC) programming required.
  • Understanding of AC/DC electrical systems required.
  • Understanding of National Electrical Code (NEC®) and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA®) code required.
What’s in it for you?

A career with NBE has many benefits!

  • Quarterly Bonus Program
  • Generous 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan
  • Parental Leave
  • Expanding, newly updated facilities
  • Dynamic team members, and more!
Job Type:

Full-time

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance
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