Controls Engineer

Raizan Solutions LLC; Wyoming (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical PPO

Concierge primary care

Voluntary 401k 12% match

Dental and vision

Telemedicine

Life and disability

Job summary

Raizan Solutions LLC is seeking a Controls Engineer II to manage the full lifecycle of custom automation projects, from concept through on-site commissioning. You will design electrical systems, develop software architectures, integrate robotics, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance at customer facilities.

The role requires expertise in Rockwell/Allen-Bradley platforms, AutoCAD Electrical, and experience with other major vendors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical/automation/mechanical engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of direct industry experience designing and programming custom automation systems.
• Experience with industrial codes NEC, NFPA 79, and RIA TR R15.06.
• Experience with Rockwell/Allen-Bradley Studio 5000 and FactoryTalk View.
• Experience with Siemens TIA Portal, Omron, Mitsubishi preferred.
• Proficient in AutoCAD Electrical.
• Experience with major robot brands (FANUC, ABB, Yaskawa, KUKA) preferred.
• Strong root-cause analysis, critical thinking and structured troubleshooting.
• Willingness to travel up to 15% domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Develop machine control software architectures using PLCs and HMI.
• Integrate robotics, vision, VFDs, and servo applications into control logic.
• Configure network interfaces across DeviceNet, Ethernet/IP, Profibus, Profinet.
• Create electrical schematics, layouts and BOMs using AutoCAD Electrical.
• Generate pneumatic and hydraulic system diagrams and IO maps.
• Program robot paths and offline programming for deployment.
• Develop reusable code libraries and best practices.
• Review customer specs to ensure hardware and software meet requirements.
• Coordinate power-up, validation and on-site commissioning.
• Provide on-site startup assistance and client handover documentation.
• Conduct safety assessments and ensure safety compliance.
• Mentor entry-level controls engineers and share programming/wiring knowledge.
• Communicate with customers and collaborate with Mechanical, PM, Sales teams.

Skills

Electrical design

Industrial automation

Robotics

Machinery safety

Root-cause analysis

Troubleshooting

Project coordination

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical discipline

5+ years direct industry experience designing, building, and programming automation systems

Tools

Rockwell Automation / Allen-Bradley Studio 5000

FactoryTalk View

Siemens TIA Portal

Omron

Mitsubishi

AutoCAD Electrical

FANUC

ABB

Yaskawa

KUKA

Job description

Salary: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 + Quarter Bonus + 12% 401K

Raizan Solutions LLC is recruiting for this opportunity on behalf of our partner. Raizan Solutions LLC does not charge candidates at any stage of the recruitment or hiring process.

Position Overview

The Controls Engineer II is responsible for managing the complete engineering lifecycle of custom automation and process control systems. This position takes technical projects from initial concept and validation through programming, system integration, debugging, and final on-site commissioning.

The role requires strong technical expertise in electrical design, software architecture, industrial automation, robotics, and machinery safety protocols. The Controls Engineer II will also work closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure technical requirements and project deliverables are successfully achieved.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline (or equivalent practical industry experience).
• 5+ years of direct industry experience designing, building, and programming custom industrial automation systems.
• Experience working with industrial automation and electrical codes, including NEC, NFPA 79, and RIA TR R15.06.
• Experience with Rockwell Automation / Allen-Bradley platforms, including Studio 5000 and FactoryTalk View, is required.
• Experience with other platforms such as Siemens TIA Portal, Omron, and Mitsubishi is preferred but not required.
• Must be proficient in AutoCAD Electrical.
• Experience with major industrial robot brands such as FANUC, ABB, Yaskawa, or KUKA is strongly preferred but not required.
• Strong root-cause analysis, critical thinking, and structured troubleshooting skills for resolving unusual system anomalies.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 15% domestically and internationally to support system integration at customer facilities.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to accurately follow written procedures and standardized test methods.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Excellent observation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with production teams.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Dependability with consistent attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while maintaining accuracy.
• Ability to stand, bend, reach, and lift up to 50 lbs. throughout the workday.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Technical Design & Programming

• Utilize Programmable Logic Controllers and Human/Machine Interfaces to develop comprehensive machine control software architectures.
• Integrate complex robotics, vision systems, Variable Frequency Drives, and servo applications into the primary control logic.
• Configure, program, and troubleshoot network communication interfaces across DeviceNet, Ethernet/IP, Profibus, and Profinet protocols.
• Design and detail comprehensive electrical panel schematics, system layouts, and bill of materials using AutoCAD Electrical.
• Generate complete pneumatic system diagrams, fluid/hydraulic power schematics, and accurate hardware input/output (I/O) maps.

Robot Programming

• Develop precise robot paths, tool center points, and user/tool frames during machine deployment and integration.
• Develop offline programming to streamline physical floor integration.
• Develop reusable code libraries and design best practices to improve team efficiency.

Specification Review

• Review customer-supplied technical specifications and line requirements.
• Ensure physical hardware selections and written programming logic precisely satisfy functional expectations.

System Integration & Debug

• Coordinate machine power-up, functional validation, and complete system debug.
• Work directly with build technicians and cross-functional project team members on the build floor.
• Provide direct on-site startup and commissioning support at customer manufacturing facilities.
• Provide technical operation training and formal system handover documentation to clients.

Safety Assessments

• Conduct comprehensive safety assessments and functional risk validations.
• Ensure human-safe manufacturing interfaces and full compliance with corporate and standard safety protocols.

Technical Mentorship

• Serve as an engineering mentor by coaching and training entry-level controls engineers.
• Provide technical guidance on programming logic, physical wiring practices, and integration strategies.

Cross-Functional Communication

• Communicate professionally with customers during high-pressure plant scenarios.
• Collaborate with Mechanical Engineering, Project Management, and Sales teams.

Excellent benefits include

• Medical coverage with a standard PPO plan with deductibles as low as $1,500 and wellness credit up to $750.
• Free concierge primary care.
• Voluntary 401k plan currently matching up to 12%.
• Voluntary dental and vision plans.
• Free telemedicine services.
• Basic life, long-term, and short-term disability coverage.

Raizan Solutions LLC is working directly with our partner to connect qualified professionals with this opportunity. There is never a fee charged to candidates by Raizan Solutions LLC at any stage of the hiring process.