Controls Engineer (2nd Shift) - PLC & Robotics

Autokiniton; Elkton (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Autokiniton in Michigan is seeking an Electrical Controls Engineer to lead engineering and Operations in achieving safety, quality, productivity and delivery goals for internal and external customers.

The role involves designing electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic control systems, programming PLC/HMI, configuring motor drives, and supporting robotics and startup activities with a focus on cybersecurity and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum three (3) years of hands-on experience.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic control systems for new or retrofit equipment.
• Program PLC, HMI, and related hardware for new installations.
• Develop motor drive configurations for servo, VFD, and DC systems.
• Troubleshoot systems and support manufacturing facilities company-wide.

Skills

Cooperation

Problem solving

Willingness to learn

Fast-paced adaptability

Mechanical ability

Self-starter

Standards compliance

Education

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AB PLC/HMI

Siemens PLC/HMI

Fanuc programming

Motoman programming

MQ1 & QAD databases

Job description

Autokiniton in Michigan is seeking an Electrical Controls Engineer to lead engineering and Operations in achieving safety, quality, productivity and delivery goals for internal and external customers.

The role involves designing electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic control systems, programming PLC/HMI, configuring motor drives, and supporting robotics and startup activities with a focus on cybersecurity and continuous improvement.