Controls Engineer

Omni Staffing; Almont (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Opportunities for professional development

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a highly skilled Controls Engineer to join their team in Almont, MI. The ideal candidate must have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and proven experience in PLC programming and HMI design. Responsibilities include developing control systems to enhance manufacturing processes and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The role offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and retirement savings plans.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in PLC programming, preferably with Allen-Bradley or Siemens.
• Experience in designing and implementing HMI interfaces.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement PLC programs for automated equipment.
• Develop Human Machine Interfaces (HMI) to optimize operator interaction.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to improve system performance.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to improve system performance and reliability.
• Conduct system testing and validation to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Maintain documentation for control systems, including wiring diagrams, schematics, and software programs.
• Provide technical support and training to maintenance and production staff.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in control systems technology and industry best practices.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.
• Ensure all control systems adhere to safety standards and protocols.

Skills

PLC programming expertise

HMI design and implementation experience

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication and collaboration abilities

Independent work

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Allen-Bradley

Siemens

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Controls Engineer to join our team in Almont, MI. The ideal candidate will have expertise in PLC programming and HMI design and implementation. The Controls Engineer will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining control systems to improve efficiency, reliability, and safety in our manufacturing processes.

About the Role

The Controls Engineer will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining control systems to improve efficiency, reliability, and safety in our manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement PLC programs for automated equipment and machinery.
• Develop and configure Human Machine Interfaces (HMI) to optimize operator interaction and control.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to control systems and automation processes.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to improve system performance and reliability.
• Conduct system testing and validation to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Maintain documentation for control systems, including wiring diagrams, schematics, and software programs.
• Provide technical support and training to maintenance and production staff.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in control systems technology and industry best practices.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.
• Ensure all control systems adhere to safety standards and protocols.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in PLC programming, preferably with Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar platforms.
• Experience in designing and implementing HMI interfaces.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations related to control systems.

Required Skills

• PLC programming expertise.
• HMI design and implementation experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

Pay range and compensation package

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are committed to diversity and inclusivity in our hiring practices.