Lead Controls & Automation Engineer — 50% Travel

Kforce Inc

Michigan

On-site

USD 85,000 - 125,000

Full time

18 hours ago

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Job summary

Kforce Inc seeks a Controls & Automation Engineer for its Grand Rapids, MI client. You will take projects from concept through design, build, startup, and deployment, supporting multiple assembly plants in North America.

The role sits in the Automation Division and focuses on developing automation equipment for manufacturing environments. Responsibilities include designing electrical control systems and programming, writing and debugging PLC software, conducting risk assessments, ensuring safety

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in electrical or software engineering.
3-5 years of experience in a similar role.
Expert in RSLogix 500, RSLogix 5000, FactoryTalk HMI, Baluff I/O-Link, and programming.
FANUC programming or basic understanding of robotics.
Understanding of applicable safety standards, including OSHA 1910, machine guarding, ANSI/RIA 15.06, automated vehicles, and conveyor safety.
Supporting risk assessments on all automated equipment.
AutoCAD experience.
Ability to read electrical drawings.
Ability to coordinate and manage control systems.
Communication with external manufacturing systems/MES.
AGV/AMR experience.
Vision system experience.
MS Office proficiency.

Responsibilities

Own projects from technical specification through startup support.
Design and develop electrical control systems, equipment, and programming using company standards while building upon them with innovative ideas.
Write, implement, and debug PLC software.
Develop contingency and disaster recovery plans.
Travel throughout North America, up to 50%.