Senior Controls Engineer

JR Automation; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Medical benefits from day 1

Paid parental leave

Unique automation projects

Collaborative environment

Job summary

JR Automation, a Hitachi Group Company, is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to develop and integrate advanced control systems for customized automation equipment at our Holland, MI site. You will lead projects, program PLCs/HMIs, and ensure equipment meets customer specifications.

Join a collaborative engineering-driven team focused on safe, high-quality automation solutions. Travel up to 25% to customer sites and JR locations is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in engineering or related field.
• Strong understanding of PLCs, HMIs, and robotics.
• 4+ years of relevant controls experience.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and design control software with PLCs and HMIs.
• Interpret customer specifications and ensure compliance.
• Commission equipment per specifications.
• Program robotic and/or controls equipment.
• Provide service and training at customer sites.
• Maintain safety practices on site.
• Document service and support activities.
• Collaborate with other engineers to check design.
• Support ongoing product and service benchmarks.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI design

Robot programming

VFDs

Electrical design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Technical Diploma with 3 years study

Tools

DNET

ENET

Profibus

Job description

Job Description

JR Automation, a Hitachi Group Company, is driven to deliver customer success worldwide. We provide intelligent automated manufacturing and distribution technology solutions that transform how the world's leading manufacturers make and distribute products. Our strength is our people, and we're always looking to strengthen our team across the globe. Join us as a Senior Controls Engineer.

Location Type

The position is onsite in Holland, MI.

Role Overview

As a Senior Controls Engineer, you'll use your expertise to develop and integrate advanced control systems for highly customized automation equipment. Working with a talented team of engineers, you'll tackle complex technical challenges and bring innovative automation solutions to life.With every project offering something different, you'll have the opportunity to lead technically, solve unique problems, and continue expanding your expertise.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive wages, medical benefits starting your first day, and paid parental leave
• Opportunity to work on unique, custom automation projects
• A collaborative, engineering-driven environment
• Career growth and skill development opportunities
• A role where craftsmanship and quality truly matter

How You'll Make an Impact

• Develops and designs the control software packages utilizing Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and/or Human/Machine Interfaces (HMI).
• Examines and understands customer-supplied specifications in order to ensure the functionality of the equipment meets these specifications.
• Ensures the equipment being started up and commissioned operates in accordance with the customer requirements as outlined in the approved specification.
• Programs robotic and/or controls equipment per the customer specifications.
• Performs preventative maintenance as requested by the customer to ensure minimum downtime and optimum operation of machines and equipment.
• Assists with checking design and details for proper functionality of both his/her work and the work of other engineers.
• Provides timely, required service documentation relating to all functions performed.
• Provides technical support and training to the end-user at the customer facility.
• Ensures products and services continue to be the benchmark within the industry.
• Demonstrates a commitment to safe work practices while on JR Automation or the customer's premises.
• Other duties as assigned.

Note

This list of responsibilities is not inclusive; however, it is intended to be a guideline for activities.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering discipline or Technical Diploma with three years of college-level study or related experience or equivalent of. Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Intermediate understanding of electrical circuits, electrical panel design,pneumatic design, hydraulic design, PLC's (Programmable Logic Controller), HMI's (Human Machine Interface), robot programming, VFD's (Variable Frequency Drive), servo applications, and device communication networks (DNET, ENET, and Profibus).
• 4+ years of experience.
• Ability to demonstrate strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Travel up to 25% to customer sites & other JR locations.
• Ability to interact professionally with customers and maintain a positive working relationship, which at times may be under difficult circumstances and/or high-pressure situations.
• Current or prior JR Automation experience, or experience in the automation industry, is strongly preferred.

Disclaimer

JR Automation requires candidates to successfully complete a 10-panel drug screen, physical examination, and background check.

Company Overview

At JR Automation, A Hitachi Group Company, we discover potential, reimagine limits, and advance industry. When faced with a problem, we find a solution. Together, we push what's possible to automate for tomorrow.

Fueled by Possible.

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