Controls Hardware Engineer (onsite M-F)

Evolution Motion Solutions; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement with matching

Health, dental and vision insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Life and disability insurance

Employee discounts

Paid Time Off

Referral program

Career advancement and bonus

Job summary

Evolution Motion Solutions in Auburn Hills, MI is seeking a Controls Hardware Engineer II to design and deliver robust electrical control solutions for diverse industries nationwide. The role focuses on electrical diagrams, panel layouts, BOMs, and safe, reliable hardware design within NEC/UL508A standards.

You will collaborate with project managers, engineering, quality, and vendors, translate SOWs into actionable designs, and ensure high-quality controls solutions across complex automation

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering or equivalent.
• 7–10 years of industry experience in electrical controls hardware design.
• Experience creating hardware design schematics, panel layouts, and BOMs.

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical diagrams including power distribution, magnetics, I/O, HMI, electrical panels, motor control circuits, safety circuits.
• Design control panel layouts.
• Size components in panels and generate BOMs.
• Calculate disconnects, transformers, power supplies, heat, SCCR.
• Collaborate with customers, project managers, engineering, quality, purchasing and vendors per project.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Electrical controls design

PLC & Servo design

SOW translation

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Electrical

EPLAN

Bosch-Rexroth controls

Rockwell/Siemens PLCs

Job description

About Us

For over 80 years, we have pioneered the motion controls industry as our two legacy brands – Womack Machine Supply Co and the Morrell Group. Today, these industry leaders have come together and evolved to become Evolution Motion Solutions.

Job Type

Full-time

Job Title

Controls Hardware Engineer

Description

For over 80 years, we have pioneered the motion controls industry as our two legacy brands – Womack Machine Supply Co and the Morrell Group. Today, these industry leaders have come together and evolved to become Evolution Motion Solutions.

Evolution Motion Solutions is the leading engineering partner, systems integrator, and value-add distributor of advanced hydraulic, electromechanical, pneumatic, and automation technologies. Our innovative solutions have been built on a foundation of technical excellence and industry-leading components designed for factory automation, heavy industrial, and mobile/off-highway applications.

Culture

Our culture is a competitive advantage; our shared values provide the foundation for how we interact with each other and the way we conduct our business. Our reputation is one of integrity and accountability. We are small but mighty, and we offer a unique work environment that big companies struggle to compete with.

• Putting our people first – we take care of our people, and our people take care of our customers
• Approachable leadership – open-door policies, flat organization, collaborative environment
• Growth mindset – entrepreneurial perspective, sense of purpose
• Professional development – ongoing training in a continuous learning environment

Our Core Values

• Heart to Care
• Excellence
• Relentless Resolve
• Optimism
• Integrity
• Commitment

About This Opportunity

The Controls Hardware Engineer II will be responsible for designing custom control solutions for many diverse industries throughout the country. This role is primarily responsible for the design and overall quality of the chosen components.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary duties.

• Develop the electrical diagrams to include power distribution, magnetics, I/O, HMI, electrical panels, motor control circuits, safety circuits, etc.
• Design control panel layouts.
• Size components in panel(s) and generate BOM (Bill of Materials).
• Calculate disconnect, transformers, power supplies, heat, SCCR.
• Build relationships and work with customers, project managers, engineering, quality, purchasing and vendors per project.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Top Benefits And Perks

• Benefits: 401(k) retirement with matching, Health, dental and vision insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Life and disability insurance
• Employee discounts
• Paid Time Off
• Referral program
• Career advancement and bonus opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement

Location

Evolution Motion Solutions is headquartered in Farmers Branch, TX with additional offices in TX, UT, AL, AZ, MT, OK, MA, MI IN, IL, OH and Canada. This position will be based out of our Auburn Hills, MI facility.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering, or equivalent work experience.

Experience

• Minimum of seven to ten years of industry experience.
• Strong background in electrical controls hardware design.

Skills & Abilities

• Knowledgeable in the application of electrical controls, design and build practices used in industrial automation.
• Experienced in creating hardware design schematics, panel layout and bill of materials in AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical and/or Eplan.
• Proven experience in PLC and/pr servo system design using Bosch-Rexroth, Rockwell or Siemens architecture.
• Knowledge of NEC & UL508A Standards is required (build practices and component sections).
• Ability to translate customer SOW’s or line ups into manageable system designs or build instructions.
• Ability to perform basic controls calculations, check hardware designs and prepare BOM release documents.
• Realization of complex system requirements to provide robust and reliable hardware solutions.
• Strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to find creative solutions to difficult problems.
• Team-oriented person with the ability and desire to monitor, motivate, and train staff members.
• Wiring schematic capabilities (PLC, Safety PLC, Servo Systems, E-Stop, Light Screens and Power Circuits).
• Work with minimal supervision and perform all required normal engineering calculations associated with this type of hardware design.

Physical Demands

The work is primarily sedentary, requiring extended periods of sitting or standing to perform the work. There may be some movement from area to area to transport items weighing no more than 15 pounds. Physical tasks include walking, grasping, carrying, lifting, assembling, listening, writing, speaking, and traveling.

Work Environment

While performing the primary duties of the job, the employee is regularly exposed to a manufacturing and general office environment. Work outside normal business hours are possible.

TRAVEL

Some Travel may be required.

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with it.

Evolution Motion Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer