Senior Automation Controls Engineer – PLC/SCADA & Optimization

APEX Controls, LLC; Hudsonville (MI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

APEX Controls, LLC is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to lead design, implementation, and optimization of automated control systems for customer manufacturing processes at a senior level. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to improve productivity, quality, and process controls while ensuring regulatory compliance.

The role is a full-time salaried-exempt position based in Hudsonville, MI, with responsibilities spanning project leadership, system upgrades, documentation, and

Qualifications

• BS degree in engineering or related discipline preferred with 5+ years in controls automation.
• Proficiency with 2-D CAD software.
• Strong experience in PLC/SCADA/HMI programming and troubleshooting (Rockwell, Siemens).
• Experience in process optimization and advanced control strategies (PID tuning).
• Familiarity with NEC and safety standards; control system hardware/software experience.
• Proven ability to lead projects and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, configuration, and maintenance of control systems (PLC, SCADA, HMI) across customer facilities.
• Analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve issues related to control systems and instrumentation.
• Implement process optimization to improve efficiency, reduce downtime, and waste.
• Develop and manage control documentation (FSDs, P&IDs, system diagrams).
• Provide technical leadership for capital projects from scope to commissioning/validation.
• Lead system upgrades, migrations, and expansions for future process improvements.
• Mentor junior engineers and technicians in process control best practices.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

Multitasking

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Rockwell PLC

Siemens PLC

SCADA

HMI programming

DCS

PlantPAx

Job description

APEX Controls, LLC is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to lead design, implementation, and optimization of automated control systems for customer manufacturing processes at a senior level. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to improve productivity, quality, and process controls while ensuring regulatory compliance.

The role is a full-time salaried-exempt position based in Hudsonville, MI, with responsibilities spanning project leadership, system upgrades, documentation, and