Senior Controls Engineer

Applied Manufacturing Technologies; Lake Orion (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Manufacturing Technologies is seeking a talented Controls Engineer with expertise in Allen Bradley and Siemens platforms to join our automation team. You will develop PLC software, own projects end-to-end, and drive successful commissioning in field settings.

This role emphasizes mentorship, teamwork, and hands-on problem solving, with travel up to 65% to support customers and projects from Lake Orion, Michigan. Relocation not available; visa sponsorship not available.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of mid-to-senior controls engineering experience.
• Proficiency with Allen Bradley and Siemens control systems.
• Experience leading control projects from start to finish.
• Ability to commission new devices and systems confidently.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement PLC software for Allen Bradley and Siemens platforms.
• Lead control system projects from concept to completion.
• Commission devices and systems in field settings.
• Provide mentorship and training to junior engineers.
• Travel approximately 30–65% to support projects.

Skills

Mentorship

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Tools

Allen Bradley

Siemens

CodeSys

Robot Programming

Job description

Job Description

We seek a talented and experienced Controls Engineer with expertise in Allen Bradley and Siemens platforms to join our team. If you are passionate about automation, project execution, and mentorship, this might be your perfect opportunity!

Key Responsibilities:

• PLC Programming: Develop and implement software for automation systems using both Allen Bradley and Siemens platforms. This is a must-have skill for the role.
• Project Ownership: Lead projects from concept to completion ("cradle to grave"), including writing software, commissioning devices, and ensuring successful system operation.
• Commissioning: Confidently commission devices "out of the box" and ensure everything operates as expected in the field.
• Travel Flexibility: Willingness to travel approximately 30% to 65% of the time. Senior-level engineers with strong mentorship capabilities will have reduced travel requirements as they help guide and support junior team members.
• Mentorship & Teamwork: Collaborate with the team, provide training and mentorship to less experienced engineers, and foster a supportive and learning-focused environment.

Qualifications:

• Experience Level: Mid to Senior level (5+ years preferred).
• Technical Expertise: Proficiency with both Allen Bradley and Siemens control systems is required.
• Project Leadership: Proven experience in managing and executing control system projects from start to finish.
• Commissioning Experience: Ability to commission new devices and systems confidently.

Bonus Skills (Nice-to-Haves):

• Robot Programming: Experience with or a desire to learn robot programming.
• Hardware Design: Experience with hardware design is a plus.
• Higher-Level Programming: Familiarity with higher-level programming languages such as C, Python, or CodeSys.

Why Join Us?

• Growth Opportunities: Contribute to interesting, high-impact projects while enhancing your skill set.
• Collaborative Team: Work with a supportive and innovative team that values training and professional development.
• Balanced Travel: Travel less as you grow in your role and mentor the next generation of engineers.

If you are a skilled controls engineer with a passion for automation, project execution, and mentorship, we would love to hear from you!

Relocation not available for this position.

Visa sponsorship not available to this position