Lead Controls Engineer

Clagam Global Solutions LLC; Saint Joseph (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automation company in Saint Joseph is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to develop automation systems for diverse industries like automotive and aerospace. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in controls engineering and proficiency in AutoCAD, mentoring junior engineers. This full-time position includes a work week of 48 hours and some travel requirements.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in controls engineering related to custom automation.
• At least 3 years of design experience utilizing AutoCAD software required.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for design efforts on assigned projects.
• Prepare control systems designs and drawings using AutoCAD.
• Lead and develop the Controls Design Department.

Skills

PLC: Allen Bradley

Robotics: Python, C++

Communication: Ethernet I/P, ControlNet

Education

Bachelors degree in engineering

7+ years of experience in controls engineering

3 years design experience using AutoCAD

Tools

AutoCAD

Visual Basic

Job description

Job Description

A Senior Controls Engineer uses their knowledge of custom automation and precision machining as a member of a team of sales professionals, managers, designers, and builders to develop world‑class automation systems. These machines are uniquely designed assembly, inspection, and test systems for industries that demand precision assembly for their components. Some of the industries served include automotive, aerospace, defense, medical equipment, pharmaceutical, and industrial component manufacturers.

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in engineering

Job Duties

• A Senior Controls Engineer will take responsibility for the design effort on assigned projects under the direction of the Director of Engineering. This typically includes, but is not limited to:
  • Prepare control systems designs and utilizing AutoCAD, prepare drawings which include power distribution, PLC, main and station panel layouts, console layouts, pneumatics, hydraulics, and instrumentation.
  • Write and document software.
  • Review and take ownership of budgets and schedules. Work with the Project Manager to develop cost‑to‑completes and release dates.
  • Coordinate with the Controls Assembly Department during the build phases of the project to provide efficient and timely solutions to problems.
  • Lead and develop the Controls Design Department through mentorship of Level I and Level II Controls Engineers. This includes facilitating formal and informal training on products and software.
  • Develop preliminary project schedules.
  • After power‑up, debug software to develop the machine into a production‑worthy system.
  • Participate as a team member during the installation phase of the project.

Desired Hardware Competency

• PLC: Allen Bradley - CompactLogix, ControlLogix, SLC 500, PLC 5, MicroLogix; Siemens: 416; Square D: Symax 50.
• Communications: Allen Bradley - Ethernet I/P, ControlNet, DeviceNet; Siemens: Profibus.
• Vision: Keyence / Panasonic / Cognex / DVT.

Desired Software Competency

• Robotics: Adept V+, QuickBasic, Python, C++.
• Application Development: Visual Basic v4.0, v5.0, v6.0, National Instruments LabWindows.

Required Education and Experience

• 7+ years of experience in controls engineering related to custom automation.
• At least 3 years of design experience utilizing AutoCAD software required.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position will lead and develop Level I and Level II Controls Engineers in their group or department on a day-to-day basis.

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, with 48 hours of work expected per week. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. Travel will be 20% or more per year.