Lead Controls Engineer in Byron Center

Energy Jobline ZR; Byron Township (MI); On-site; USD 115,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Medical & Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Bonus potential

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR in Michigan is seeking a Lead Controls Engineer to lead a small team of Electrical/Controls Engineers on custom machine builds near SW GR. This direct-hire leadership role requires hands-on design, programming, and project leadership.

You will design and program Allen-Bradley PLCs and HMIs, integrate robots and vision systems, troubleshoot to improve uptime, and work with Machine Designers and PMs to deliver on time and within scope. Travel about 10% may be required.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of PLC programming in an industrial automation environment.
• Strong experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs, HMIs, and FactoryTalk.
• Robotics experience is a plus.
• Willingness to travel overnight ~10%.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of Electrical / Controls Engineers.
• Design and program Allen-Bradley PLCs and HMIs (ControlLogix/RSLogix/Studio 5000).
• Integrate robots and vision systems into automated equipment.
• Troubleshoot and optimize control systems for reliability and uptime.
• Oversee projects from concept through installation and runoff.
• Manage controls-related component selection and ordering.
• Collaborate with Machine Designers and Project Managers to keep projects on time and within scope.
• Support customers on-site with minimal overnight travel.

Skills

Allen-Bradley PLCs

HMIs

FactoryTalk

Robotics

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Project management

Education

BSEE or related engineering degree (optional)

Tools

AutoCAD

SCADA

Job description

We are seeking a Lead Controls Engineer for a custom machine builder near SW GR. This is a direct-hire leadership role with minimal overnight travel (around 10%). The ideal candidate has strong Allen-Bradley PLC experience, some exposure to Siemens, and an interest in leading a small controls team.

What you’ll do:

• Lead and mentor a team of Electrical / Controls Engineers.
• Design and program Allen-Bradley PLCs and HMIs (ControlLogix / CompactLogix, FactoryTalk, etc.).
• Integrate robots and vision systems into automated equipment.
• Troubleshoot and optimize control systems to improve reliability and uptime.
• Oversee projects from concept through installation and runoff.
• Manage controls-related component selection and ordering.
• Collaborate with Machine Designers and Project Managers to ensure projects are accurate, on time, and within scope.
• Support customers as needed with minimal overnight travel (10%).

What we’re looking for:

• Proficiency with Allen-Bradley PLCs (MicroLogix, ControlLogix/RSLogix/Studio 5000), HMIs, and FactoryTalk.
• Experience with AutoCAD and SCADA is .
• 4+ years of PLC programming in an industrial automation environment.
• Robotics experience (any brand) is a plus.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort being hands-on with equipment.
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop other engineers.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and project-management skills.
• Willingness to travel overnight about 10%.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States (or permanent).
• BSEE or related engineering degree is but not required for candidates with strong relevant experience.

Compensation & benefits:

• Base salary: $115,000 - $140,000 per year (depending on experience).
• Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k), medical, dental, life insurance, bonus potential, and more.