Controls Engineer Levels 2/3

Axis Automation; Walker (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

HSA plan

LTD

STD

Life Insurance

401(K) with employer match

Parental leave

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking career-oriented Controls Engineers to join a dynamic team focused on creating custom factory automation equipment. This role involves designing, implementing, and documenting control systems for automation and robotics, with opportunities for growth and advancement. You will collaborate with a team of experts, ensuring that projects meet customer specifications while adhering to industry safety standards. The position also includes travel to customer sites for installations and support, making it ideal for those who thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. If you are passionate about automation and eager to make an impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in Controls Engineering and Controls Design.
• Ability to lead larger projects and support team members.

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic system designs for automation.
• Ensure equipment meets industry safety guidelines and specifications.
• Provide real-time debug and support for automated machinery.

Skills

Controls Engineering

PLC Programming

HMI Programming

Robotic Programming

Electrical System Design

Pneumatic System Design

Hydraulic System Design

Motion Control

Vision Systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related engineering field

Tools

RSLogix5000/500

Studio5000

TIA Portal

FactoryTalk

Ignition

ProView

AutoCAD Electrical

Robot Studio

Roboguide

Motosim

Keyence

Cognex

Job description

Axis Automation is looking for career-oriented Controls Engineers to join a dynamic, tight-knit team creating custom factory automation equipment. We're a company with big ambitions - plenty of opportunities for growth and advancement!

Axis leverages the teamwork of our leading engineers and machine builders to conceptualize, design, integrate, deploy and service factory automation systems for forward-thinking manufacturing customers. Our team has decades of automation experience, spanning hundreds of projects and thousands of automation configurations.

Position Description: Controls Engineers work with peer groups, Project Managers, Mechanical Engineers, Builders, Technicians and other personnel to design, implement and document control systems for various types of automation and robotic equipment. You will be personally involved with electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic system design, simulation, PLC, HMI, robotic and peripheral device programming, machine debug and validation / buyoff as well as leading a team of engineers to do the same. Travel to customer sites for installation, startup, and support of equipment represents 10-20% of time.

Controls Engineer, Level 2/3

Minimum 2 years of experience in Controls Engineering and Controls Design, with recognized technical expertise, ability to lead larger projects, interface with customers, support other team members, and be a self-starter.

Responsibilities:

• Aid in the development of electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic system designs of automated work cells.
• Monitor Controls timelines and consistently drive for project deadlines.
• Interpret customer specifications and communicate effectively to produce machinery that meets both customer and Axis Automation specifications.
• Follow customer dictated design and programming methodology.
• Ensure equipment meets industry safety guidelines.
• Controls design and simulation presentations with internal team, customers and suppliers.
• Develop well-crafted code to provide automated machinery that meets or exceeds customer efficiency demands.
• Provide real-time debug and runoff support for automated machinery at Axis Automation as well as customer facilities.
• Real-time communication with company management and project teams on developments.
• Professional management of customer relationships and requests.
• Communicate with vendors to specify and source major purchased components.
• Ability to work within a team and act upon constructive feedback.
• Create and improve upon standards and procedures for the Controls department.
• Support the build and electrical teams.
• Take project assignment and direction from Controls Engineering Manager and Controls Leads.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in related engineering field strongly preferred
• 2+ years’ experience in a Controls / automation focused role
• Willing to travel domestically approximately 10%-20%
• Programming experience with PLC, HMI, Robot (pendant and simulation programming), Motion Control, and Vision Systems
• Design experience with electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
• Preferred software experience: RSLogix5000/500, Studio5000, TIA Portal, FactoryTalk, Ignition, ProView, AutoCAD Electrical, Robot Studio, Roboguide, Motosim, Keyence, and Cognex softwares.

Benefits: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, HSA plan, LTD, STD, Life Insurance, 401(K) with employer match, Parental leave

Health Benefits are available to our employees with immediate eligibility upon hire