Controls Engineer: PLCs, Robotics & Smart Manufacturing

TOTAL Deutschland GmbH; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

401(k) retirement plan with employer match

Generous paid time off

Job summary

TOTAL Deutschland GmbH is seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to design and troubleshoot control systems, provide equipment support, and optimize manufacturing processes. Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or a related field and at least 3 years of experience. This position in Grand Rapids emphasizes robotics, compliance with safety standards, and continuous improvement methodologies like Lean and Six Sigma. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing automation or controls engineering.
• Hands-on experience with robotics.
• Familiarity with MES/IIoT platforms.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, and troubleshoot PLC-based control systems.
• Provide technical support for production equipment.
• Analyze production data for improvements.

Skills

Robotics experience (Fanuc, ABB, KUKA)

PLC programming (Ladder Logic, Structured Text)

Lean/Six Sigma methodologies

Troubleshooting skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Microsoft Excel

Job description

TOTAL Deutschland GmbH is seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to design and troubleshoot control systems, provide equipment support, and optimize manufacturing processes. Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or a related field and at least 3 years of experience. This position in Grand Rapids emphasizes robotics, compliance with safety standards, and continuous improvement methodologies like Lean and Six Sigma. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits are offered.