Controls Engineer

Silk Road Technologies Canada; Elkton (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Silk Road Technologies Canada is seeking an Electrical Controls Engineer in Elkton, Michigan. The ideal candidate will lead in designing and implementing electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic controls systems. They should have a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering along with at least three years of hands-on experience. Additional skills in PLC, HMI programming, and mechanical abilities are preferred. The position emphasizes cybersecurity practices and requires someone who can thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum three (3) years of related technical hands‑on experience.

Responsibilities

• Complete design of electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic controls systems.
• Understand, support, and program complete PLC, HMI, network devices.
• Support new program equipment launch activity relating to startup and debug.
• Use computer based engineering software and equipment.
• Troubleshoot systems, new and existing, as needed.

Skills

High level of cooperation and commitment

Ability and Willingness to Learn

Adaptive to a Fast Paced Environment

Mechanical Ability

Self-starter and ability to work productively for long periods of little to no supervision

Ability to learn, understand and apply corporate standards for equipment and tooling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

AB PLC and HMI programming software

Siemens PLC and HMI programming software

Fanuc and Motoman programming languages

Microsoft Office

MQ1 and QAD databases

Job description

Tracking Code

10645

Position Type

Full-Time/Regular

POSITION SUMMARY

Provide the necessary Electrical Controls Engineering skills and leadership to the Engineering and Operations departments to achieve optimal levels of safety, quality, productivity and delivery to assure internal and external customer satisfaction.

JOB TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES

The following job/task functions have been identified as the core functions of this position. However, the supervisor or manager may assign additional duties associated with this position.

• Complete design of electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic controls systems for new and retrofit equipment.
• Understand, support, and program complete PLC, HMI, network devices and related hardware for new equipment installations.
• Understand, support and develop complete motor drive configuration for servo, variable frequency and DC systems.
• Understand, implement and support robotic programming.
• Support new program equipment launch activity as it relates to startup, debug and achieving performance objectives.
• Use computer based engineering software and equipment: (PLC and HMI programs, Motion Control programs, PC based programs, CAD based programs).
• Evaluate and apply new technology as required.
• Direct activities to ensure that manufacturing, construction, installation and operational testing conform to functional specifications.
• Troubleshoot systems, new and existing, as needed in support of the manufacturing facilities company-wide.
• Support new model launches and improvement teams.
• Participate in cross functional and program management team activities as required.
• Optimization of transfer press curves.
• Identify and implement cost savings.
• Participates in continuous improvement activities.
• Works on plant floor as needed.
• Help in departmental operation wherever necessary.
• Maintains a high level of confidentiality in all duties.
• Must understand and apply basic cybersecurity principles in OT environments, including secure programming of PLCs and HMIs, network segmentation, access control, and adherence to company security policies. Participation in cybersecurity training is required.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
• Minimum three (3) years of related technical hands‑on experience.

REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES

• High level of cooperation and commitment
• Ability and Willingness to Learn
• Adaptive to a Fast Paced Environment
• Mechanical Ability
• Self-starter and ability to work productively for long periods of little to no supervision
• Ability to learn, understand and apply corporate standards for equipment and tooling

PREFERRED ADDITIONAL SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Ability to work with Microsoft Office at an intermediate level.
• AB PLC and HMI programming software at an intermediate level.
• Siemens PLC and HMI programming software at an intermediate level.
• Fanuc and Motoman programming languages at an intermediate level.
• Ability to work with MQ1 and QAD databases at an intermediate level.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS, WORK ENVIRONMENT AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Duties include but are not limited to stand, walk, twist, bend, lift, see, talk and hear, with an ability to travel. When visiting plant site locations, employees may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, vibration or hazardous materials.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, qualifications, or working conditions.