Controls Engineer – Automation & Robotics (Travel-Ready)

CONVERGIX Automation Solutions; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401K matching

Company-paid life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Profit sharing

Job summary

CONVERGIX Automation Solutions in Bridgman, Michigan is seeking a Controls Engineer to design, document, program, and build custom robotic automation systems. The role requires strong control systems and electrical design skills and reports to the Controls Engineering Manager.

You will work closely with mechanical and electrical engineers to create robust, efficient machine designs, support field service, and travel up to 90% across the US and Canada.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Allen Bradley or Siemens PLCs.
• Experience developing PLC programs from scratch.
• Exposure to FANUC, ABB, and/or Kukka robotic systems.
• Able to read, understand, and interpret technical drawings.
• Willingness to travel up to 90% within US & Canada.

Responsibilities

• Design, document, program, and build custom robotic automation systems.
• Collaborate with Mechanical and Electrical engineering teams to develop robust designs.
• Provide support via field service and client meetings.
• Develop and implement control system software and PLC logic.
• Ensure programming and electrical design meet customer requirements and Convergix standards.

Skills

PLC programming

Robotic integration

Read technical drawings

HMI design

Travel up to 90% (US & Canada)

Tools

Siemens HMIs

PLC programming software

Job description

CONVERGIX Automation Solutions in Bridgman, Michigan is seeking a Controls Engineer to design, document, program, and build custom robotic automation systems. The role requires strong control systems and electrical design skills and reports to the Controls Engineering Manager.

You will work closely with mechanical and electrical engineers to create robust, efficient machine designs, support field service, and travel up to 90% across the US and Canada.