Senior Controls Engineer

Venteon; Canton Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Advancement potential

Full time

Paid time off

Medical / Dental / Vision

401k

Job summary

Venteon is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer for our Canton, MI client site. The role requires five or more years of PLC programming experience and strong expertise with Rockwell/AB, Siemens, and Automation Direct platforms.

You will design, implement, and support automated control systems across manufacturing lines, including motion control and drive systems. Ideal candidates hold a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field and possess excellent teamwork and problem-solving

Qualifications

• Five+ years' experience in PLC programming.
• Experience with Rockwell/AB PLC, Siemens and Automation Direct is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of ladders, IO, and motion control.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement automated control systems for manufacturing equipment.
• Lead design reviews and coordinate with customers on specifications.
• Develop BOMs and project timelines.
• Perform testing, commissioning, and on-site support for controls projects.
• Troubleshoot PLC logic and drive systems to optimize performance.
• Maintain documentation and spare parts planning.

Skills

PLC Programming

Rockwell/AB PLC

Siemens PLC

Automation Direct PLC

HMI

VFD/Drives

Motion Control

AutoCAD

Ladder Logic

Schematic Reading

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Computer Programming

Tools

AutoCAD

ControlLogix/CompactLogix

Motion Controllers

Job description

1st Shift Senior Controls Engineer - Canton, MI

Minimum 5 years of experience as a Senior Controls Engineer

Venteon is currently seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to fill an opening with a manufacturing company located in Canton, MI

Requirements of the Senior Controls Engineer

Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written skills. Significant electrical aptitude and knowledge of acceptable practices, techniques, and codes. Minimum Five (5) years' experience with PLC Programming.

• Rockwell/Allen-Bradley PLC (ControlLogix and CompactLogix), Siemens, Automation Direct and HMI experience is a plus.
• Experience in the application of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic techniques and principles is a plus to have.
• Thorough working knowledge of industrial controls devices including photo-electric sensors, proximity switches, solenoid valves, frequency and servo drives, and PLC I/O.
• Advanced knowledge in reading schematic drawings, machine prints, ladder logic.
• Skilled in working within a team environment among a diverse group of individuals in varying occupations and varying skill levels

Required Experience and/or Education: Bachelor s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Programming, or related field is preferred. 3-5 years of experience with high-speed machines or other automated equipment Expert knowledge of ladder logic architecture focusing on Allen-Bradley and/or Siemens and/or Automation Direct software platforms Demonstrated experience in PLC programming, commissioning of new equipment with motion control, as well as remote and field support Knowledge of AC Drives / VFD / HMI / Servo / PID and Motion Control is strongly preferred AutoCAD skills

Benefits of the Senior Controls Engineer

• Competitive salary
• Advancement potential
• Full time
• Paid time off
• Medical / Dental / Vision
• 401k

Responsibilities of the Senior Controls Engineer

Must always conduct yourself in a safe manner. Must comply with all company (and customer) safety and personnel policies and adhere to OSHA safety standards. Support and participate in activities that enhance the current safety culture at the site. Ability to travel up to 35% of the time at times of project implementation and could require extended stays at various locations during those times. Must be able to work weekends and overtime when needed. Complete work according to written and or verbal instructions, including direction as set forth. Perform and or support, but not limited to.

• Design systems that can automate processes.
• Lead design reviews in house and or with the customer.
• Develop project bill of materials.
• Perform investigations and experiments to prove out new technology.
• Upgrades and repairs to existing controls / equipment.
• Develop project timelines.

Troubleshoot control issues, including but not limited PLC ladder logic, inputs, and outputs. Analyze plant processes, design and implement improvements Work with others to detect problems and implement solutions. Perform equipment start up and verification, both on site and at the customer site. Maintain controls spare parts inventory and the requisition of replacement parts. Document and record design, inspection and or repair information / data. Perform other duties assigned from time to time by management team.