Controls Engineer II

Software Placement Group; Wyoming (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage (PPO) with wellness/3

Wellness credit

Concierge primary care

Dental and vision plans (voluntary)

Telemedicine services

Disability coverage

Job summary

Software Placement Group in Wyoming, MI is seeking a Controls Engineer II to own the full lifecycle of custom automation and process control systems. The role spans concept validation, programming, system integration, debugging, and on-site commissioning to deliver reliable, safe, and high-performing automated manufacturing solutions.

You will work with PLCs, HMIs, robotics, vision systems, and industrial networks, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with Mechanical Engineering, Project

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related engineering field
• 5+ years designing and programming automation systems
• Experience with NEC, NFPA 79, and RIA TR R15.06
• Proficiency with Rockwell Automation platforms

Responsibilities

• Develop control software architectures using PLCs and HMIs
• Integrate robotics, vision systems, drives, and servo applications
• Design electrical panels and BOMs with AutoCAD Electrical
• Lead on-site startup, commissioning, and training
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams and customers

Skills

PLC programming

Electrical troubleshooting

AutoCAD Electrical

Rockwell Automation / Allen-Bradley

System integration

Travel up to 15%

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering / Automation

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Rockwell Studio 5000

FactoryTalk View

Job description

Location: Wyoming, Michigan | Schedule: Full-time, on-site | Compensation: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 + Quarterly Bonus + 12% 401K

Overview

An established industrial automation and manufacturing company is seeking a Controls Engineer II to own the full lifecycle of custom automation and process control systems. The role spans concept validation, programming, system integration, debugging, and final on-site commissioning, and is central to delivering reliable, safe, and high-performing automated manufacturing solutions.

What you'll do

• Utilize Programmable Logic Controllers and Human/Machine Interfaces to build comprehensive machine control software architectures
• Integrate robotics, vision systems, Variable Frequency Drives, and servo applications into primary control logic
• Configure, program, and troubleshoot network communication across DeviceNet, Ethernet/IP, Profibus, and Profinet protocols
• Design electrical panel schematics, system layouts, and bills of materials using AutoCAD Electrical
• Generate pneumatic system diagrams, fluid/hydraulic power schematics, and hardware I/O maps
• Develop 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 increase team efficiency
• Review customer-supplied technical specifications and ensure hardware and programming logic meet functional requirements
• Coordinate machine power-up, functional validation, and full system debug alongside build technicians and cross-functional teams
• Provide on-site startup and commissioning support at customer manufacturing facilities
• Deliver technical operation training and formal system handover documentation to clients
• Conduct safety assessments and functional risk validations to ensure compliance with safety protocols
• Mentor entry-level controls engineers on programming logic, wiring practices, and integration strategies
• Collaborate with Mechanical Engineering, Project Management, and Sales teams, and interface with customers in high-pressure plant scenarios

Required qualifications

• 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 with industrial automation and electrical codes, including NEC, NFPA 79, and RIA TR R15.06
• Experience with Rockwell Automation / Allen-Bradley platforms (e.g., Studio 5000, FactoryTalk View)
• Competency in AutoCAD Electrical
• Strong root-cause analysis, critical thinking, and structured troubleshooting capabilities
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 15% domestically and internationally to support system integration at customer facilities
• Ability to accurately follow written procedures and standardized test methods
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work
• Excellent observation, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating 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

Preferred qualifications

• Experience with other platforms such as Siemens TIA Portal, Omron, or Mitsubishi preferred but not required
• Experience with major industrial robot brands (e.g., FANUC, ABB, Yaskawa, KUKA) strongly preferred but not required

Compensation and benefits

• Salary: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 plus Quarterly Bonus
• 12% 401K match
• Medical coverage with a standard PPO plan, deductibles as low as $1,500, and wellness credit up to $750
• Free concierge primary care
• Voluntary dental and vision plans
• Free telemedicine services
• Basic life, long- and short-term disability coverage

Why this role

This position offers the chance to lead complex automation projects from design through on-site commissioning, mentor junior engineers, and work across multiple robotics and controls platforms in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.