Controls Engineer

GABLETEK; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 61,992 - 103,320; Full time

Job summary

GableTek is seeking a highly skilled Controls Engineer to support design, programming, commissioning, and startup of automated manufacturing systems in a fast-paced systems integration environment. This onsite role in Holland, MI will involve close collaboration with cross-functional teams from project kick-off through customer installation in Ohio.

Requirements include 3+ years of controls engineering experience, strong Allen-Bradley PLC and FANUC robot programming skills, and a Bachelor’s

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred or equivalent hands-on experience.
• 3+ years of controls engineering experience in industrial automation (5-10 years preferred).
• Strong experience with Allen-Bradley/Rockwell PLC programming and FANUC robot programming.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, program, and commission industrial automation systems.
• Program and troubleshoot Allen-Bradley PLCs, HMIs, motion control, industrial networks, and distributed I/O.
• Program, integrate, and troubleshoot FANUC robots.
• Develop and validate machine safety systems, including Safety PLCs and safety devices.
• Perform machine startup, debugging, commissioning, FAT, SAT, and production support.
• Troubleshoot electrical controls, robotics, servo systems, drives, vision systems, and automation equipment.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, robotics, manufacturing, and project teams.
• Lead technical execution while maintaining project schedules, quality, and customer expectations.
• Support project planning, estimating, and continuous process improvements.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership.
• Interface directly with customers during startup and installation.

Skills

Controls Engineering

Allen-Bradley PLC programming

FANUC robot programming

Troubleshooting

Customer-facing skills

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Controls Engineer - Allen-Bradley PLC & FANUC Robotics

Location: Holland, MI (Onsite)
Company: GableTek
Job Type: Contract
Duration: July 2026 - End of October 2026 (Potential Extension)
Hours: 48+ hours/week with overtime available
Travel: Required for customer installation in Ohio

Join GableTek

GableTek is seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to support the design, programming, commissioning, and startup of cutting-edge automated manufacturing systems. This is an excellent opportunity for a controls professional who enjoys building new automation equipment from the ground up in a fast-paced systems integration environment.

You’ll play a key role throughout the entire project lifecycle—from machine development and debugging in Holland, MI through final installation and commissioning at the customer’s facility in Ohio.

Project Details

• Start Date: Late July 2026
• Primary Location: Holland, MI (100% onsite through September)
• Customer Installation: Approximately 2.5 weeks in Ohio during October
• Project Duration: Through the end of October (with potential for extension)
• Interview Process: One 30-minute interview with the hiring manager and project engineer
• ITAR: Not ITAR restricted

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, program, and commission industrial automation systems
• Program and troubleshoot Allen-Bradley PLCs, HMIs, motion control, industrial networks, and distributed I/O
• Program, integrate, and troubleshoot FANUC robots
• Develop and validate machine safety systems, including Safety PLCs and safety devices
• Perform machine startup, debugging, commissioning, FAT, SAT, and production support
• Troubleshoot electrical controls, robotics, servo systems, drives, vision systems, and automation equipment
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, robotics, manufacturing, and project teams
• Lead technical execution while maintaining project schedules, quality, and customer expectations
• Support project planning, estimating, and continuous process improvements
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership
• Interface directly with customers during startup and installation

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering, or a related field preferred
• Equivalent hands-on industry experience will be considered in place of a degree
• 3+ years of Controls Engineering experience in industrial automation or machine building (5-10 years preferred)
• Strong experience with Allen-Bradley/Rockwell PLC programming
• Hands‑on FANUC robot programming, commissioning, and troubleshooting
• Experience commissioning new automation equipment in an integrator environment
• Knowledge of industrial networking, servo motion control, safety PLCs, HMIs, and machine safety
• Ability to manage multiple projects while working independently
• Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and customer-facing skills

Preferred Experience

• Laser welding automation
• Induction heating systems
• Vision systems
• SCADA applications
• Motion control programming

Schedule

• Standard schedule of 48 hours per week
• Hours may increase to 50-55+ hours leading up to Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT)
• During installation, candidates should expect 60-80 hours per week, including weekends, to support project completion