Controls Software Design Engineer

KUKA; Clinton Charter Township (MI); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

KUKA in Michigan is seeking a senior controls software engineer to lead the design, coordination and development of control software for advanced industrial automation systems.

The role focuses on creating new PLC programs, architectures and efficiency tools from scratch, while guiding small teams and delivering solutions on tight deadlines in a hybrid office/remote environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 5+ years in a related field.
• Strong PLC programming and control design experience.
• Hybrid office/remote work environment experience preferred.
• Ability to meet deadlines and multitask.
• Experience with GM/Ford/Stellantis standards is a plus.
• Experience with robotics, drives, and motor controllers.

Responsibilities

• Develop new PLC programs to meet customer standards.
• Develop architectures and efficiency tools from scratch.
• Lead small teams and contribute individually as needed.

Skills

PLC programming

Control system design

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related engineering or computer design

5+ years of experience in related field

Tools

Rockwell/Allen-Bradley

Siemens software

Ethernet/DeviceNet networks

Job description

This role will be responsible for leading the design, coordination, and development of all control’s software for industrial automation systems.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• The responsibilities will include developing new PLC programs to meet various customer standards as well as developing new architectures and efficiency tools from scratch.
• This individual will work with and lead small teams as well as work on an individual basis.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in a related engineering or computer design field, or a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a related field.
• Control’s design, PLC programming, and integration experience are necessary.
• Capable of working in a hybrid office and remote environment.
• Ability to meet deadlines with short turnaround times.
• Solid organizational and multi-tasking skills required.
• Experience working with GM, Ford, or Stellantis standards.
• Experience with Rockwell and Siemens software as well as all standard Microsoft Office products
• Experience with Ethernet, DeviceNet, Network setup and other communication protocols
• Experience with Robotic systems and various drives and motor controllers

KUKA is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.