Senior Controls Engineer - Automation & Manufacturing

Canadian Executive Search Group

Lansing (MI)

On-site

USD 82,000 - 112,000

Full time

14 hours ago
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Job summary

CES/AWS in Lansing, MI is seeking a skilled Controls Engineer to supervise, manage, and maintain electrical and control systems on manufacturing equipment. This hands-on role supports production, maintenance, and continuous improvement initiatives to drive operational excellence in a fast-paced environment.

You will design and implement controls for cells, robots, conveyors, and vision systems, lead cross-functional teams, troubleshoot downtime, and help source spare parts while researching new

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • Trade certification preferred (Industrial Electrician or Millwright).
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering Technology preferred.
  • Minimum 10 years of controls engineering experience in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, troubleshoot, and maintain control systems.
  • Develop and implement controls for manufacturing cells and equipment.
  • Provide technical leadership to production and maintenance teams.
  • Support equipment installation and documentation.
  • Troubleshoot downtime and improve productivity.
  • Research and implement new automation technologies.
  • Assist with spare parts planning and sourcing.

Skills

Controls engineering
Industrial automation
Troubleshooting
Cross-functional leadership
Leadership

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering Technology

Tools

AutoCAD
CAD/CAM

Job description

CES/AWS in Lansing, MI is seeking a skilled Controls Engineer to supervise, manage, and maintain electrical and control systems on manufacturing equipment. This hands-on role supports production, maintenance, and continuous improvement initiatives to drive operational excellence in a fast-paced environment.

You will design and implement controls for cells, robots, conveyors, and vision systems, lead cross-functional teams, troubleshoot downtime, and help source spare parts while researching new

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