Controls Engineer - GCCS

Velocity Staffing; Romulus (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Velocity Staffing LLC is seeking a Controls Engineer in Michigan to design control systems for metal cutting, assembly, and testing equipment. You will collaborate with mechanical engineers, project managers, and external suppliers to create robust solutions that meet customer specifications.

Requirements include 3+ years in controls engineering, a bachelor’s in electrical/computer engineering or electronics technology, and proficiency in PLC/HMI tools. Occasional travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of controls engineering experience.
• Bachelor’s or equivalent in electrical/computer engineering or electronics technology.
• Familiar with GCCS standards and global electrical norms.
• Proficient in PLC and HMI development software.
• Ability to interpret mechanical drawings and specs.

Responsibilities

• Review customer specifications to design control systems for machines.
• Develop software based on customer standards and prior projects.
• Ensure high‑quality designs are delivered on time.
• Obtain customer approval of designs and review panel builds.
• Assist with machine build and debugging as needed.
• Travel occasionally for customer meetings or site inspections.

Skills

GCCS Standards

PLC Programming

HMI Development

Teamwork

Education

Electrical/Computer Engineering degree

Electronics Technology degree

Job description

The Controls Engineer MUST BE Familiar with GCCS Standard - collaborates with designers and project engineers to design control systems for metal cutting, assembly, and testing equipment. These designs will be a blend of established standards, previous projects, and new innovations. You will work closely with internal teams (mechanical engineers, project managers, commissioning) as well as external suppliers (control designers, panel builders), and customers from a wide range of industries, including traditional automotive manufacturers (GM) and others.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Controls Engineer, you will manage projects from start to final customer acceptance. Your primary duties will include:

• Reviewing customer specifications, standards, and past projects to design the control systems for machines, including electrical, fluid, and pneumatic components.
• Developing software based on customer standards, leveraging past projects, and creating new software solutions as needed.
• Ensuring high-quality designs are completed on time.
• Gaining customer approval of designs.
• Reviewing and approving panel builds.
• Assisting with machine build and debugging as necessary.
• Occasional short-term travel for customer meetings, site inspections, or installation support.

To be considered for this position, you must meet the following requirements:

• MUST BE Familiar with GCCS Standards
• Proven experience in designing controls hardware systems.
• Proficiency in PLC and HMI development software.
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Experience interpreting and adhering to customer specifications.

Preferred Qualifications:

While not required, the following qualifications are preferred. We provide training for candidates who meet the minimum requirements:

• Experience in electrical and fluid power system design.
• GCCS Certified
• Experience working as part of a team of controls engineers.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Familiarity with national standards (NEC, IEC, CE, UL508).
• Ability to follow and draft engineering standards.
• Experience combining standards, past project designs, and new design requirements.
• Ability to review designs from other engineers for errors and inconsistencies.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings.
• Experience conducting field checks on existing equipment.

Education and Experience:

• Experience: A minimum of three years of relevant controls engineering experience is required.
• Training: On-the-job experience, informal mentoring, and formal training will be provided.
• Education: A bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or Electronics Technology, along with a minimum of five years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.