Controls Hardware Engineer - Industrial Automation & Travel

Andritz Inc; Canton Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Andritz Inc. seeks a Controls Engineer to join our team of electric and controls professionals. You will design, integrate and test Schuler industrial control systems with emphasis on hydraulic presses and automation controls, ensuring on-time delivery.

Responsibilities include hardware design, BOM creation, schematics, and safety standards compliance. Travel nationally and internationally is expected; you'll support field service, assist on-site, and interface with customers to resolve

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Three years of experience in designing industrial control systems, preferably hydraulic presses and press automation.
• Knowledge in Allen Bradley RSLogix 5, 500 and Studio 5000 is a plus.
• Knowledge in Siemens S7F, S5 is a plus.
• Experience with industrial networking such as PROFIBUS, PROFINET, EtherNet/IP and EtherCat.
• AutoCAD Electrical, E-Plan P8 familiarity.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; familiar with SAP ERP.
• Ability to travel nationally and abroad; strong presentation skills.
• Fluent English with strong written and verbal communication; German would be a plus.

Responsibilities

• Hardware design and development.
• Design and develop the layout of control systems including PLC, PC, HMI, safety, and communication hardware.
• Create bills of materials in Schuler's ERP system.
• Create hardware schematics and approve finished schematics.
• Follow and implement applicable standards and customer requirements (OSHA, ANSI, CSA).
• Research and apply new technologies to improve Schuler's competitiveness.
• Support Field Service Group in installations and updates.
• Provide troubleshooting to field service technicians and engineers.
• Assist onsite installation if required.
• Occasional service calls; visit customers for sales or project meetings.
• Perform as Project Manager on specific jobs as assigned by the Service Engineering Manager.
• Support Customer Service in spare parts ordering with technical information.
• Interface with customers to resolve issues and provide technical guidance.

Skills

English proficiency

Analytical aptitude

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

E-Plan P8

SAP

PROFINET

Job description

Andritz Inc. seeks a Controls Engineer to join our team of electric and controls professionals. You will design, integrate and test Schuler industrial control systems with emphasis on hydraulic presses and automation controls, ensuring on-time delivery.

Responsibilities include hardware design, BOM creation, schematics, and safety standards compliance. Travel nationally and internationally is expected; you'll support field service, assist on-site, and interface with customers to resolve