Controls Engineer - Feeding Automation & PLC Systems

Atlas Copco; Grayling (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional Development

Comprehensive Benefits

401(k) and matching

Job summary

Atlas Copco in Grayling, MI is seeking a Controls Engineer to design, program, and implement control systems for automated feeding equipment. You’ll collaborate with mechanical and software teams to deliver high-performance automation solutions that meet exacting standards.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field, 3+ years in controls engineering, and proficiency in PLC/HMI development for Allen Bradley and Siemens products.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, mechatronics, or related field or equivalent work experience in electrical engineering.
• 3+ years of experience in controls engineering, preferably in automation or feeding systems.
• Proficiency in PLC programming and HMI development for Allen Bradley and Siemens products.
• Strong understanding of industrial automation components (sensors, motors, drives, etc.).
• Ability to travel 10–20% and lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop control systems for automated feeding equipment, including PLCs, HMIs, sensors, and actuators.
• Program and debug PLCs and HMIs for custom automation solutions, specifically Allen Bradley and Siemens.
• Create electrical schematics and panel layouts using CAD software, specifically AutoCAD and EPLAN.
• Collaborate with mechanical and software teams to integrate controls with mechanical systems.
• Conduct system testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning in-house and at customer sites.
• Develop and maintain documentation including wiring diagrams, control logic, and user manuals.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and industry regulations (e.g., NFPA 79, UL508A).
• Provide technical support and training to customers and internal teams.
• Travel 10–20% may be required.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI development

AutoCAD

EPLAN

System integration

Troubleshooting

Cross-functional collaboration

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or mechatronics

Tools

AutoCAD

EPLAN

Job description

Atlas Copco in Grayling, MI is seeking a Controls Engineer to design, program, and implement control systems for automated feeding equipment. You’ll collaborate with mechanical and software teams to deliver high-performance automation solutions that meet exacting standards.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field, 3+ years in controls engineering, and proficiency in PLC/HMI development for Allen Bradley and Siemens products.