Controls Engineer II — Onsite Automation Innovator

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Michigan; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

JR Automation, a Hitachi Group Company, is seeking a Controls Engineer II for their Lake Orion, Michigan facility. In this role, you will design and implement control systems for automated equipment, troubleshoot robot controllers, and ensure specifications are met during programming.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or an Associate's Degree with experience in the automation industry. Proficiency in CAD tools and experience with PLCs is preferred. This on-site position involves a willingness to travel up to 50%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or relevant experience required.
• Preferred experience in automation or JR Automation.
• Proficiency with various control systems and robot controllers.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and document controls systems for automated equipment.
• Troubleshoot and debug robot controllers and mechanical units.
• Ensure specifications are met during equipment programming.

Skills

Design and implement control systems

Troubleshoot robot controllers

Proficient with CAD tools

Ability to read pneumatic schematic drawings

Experience with PLCs and robotics

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Associate's Degree with 2+ years of experience

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

SolidWorks

Job description

JR Automation, a Hitachi Group Company, is seeking a Controls Engineer II for their Lake Orion, Michigan facility. In this role, you will design and implement control systems for automated equipment, troubleshoot robot controllers, and ensure specifications are met during programming.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or an Associate's Degree with experience in the automation industry. Proficiency in CAD tools and experience with PLCs is preferred. This on-site position involves a willingness to travel up to 50%.