Senior Controls Engineer: Automation, Robotics & Commissioning

Vogrinc Search Group; Wyoming (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical PPO plan with low deductibles

Concierge primary care

401k matching up to 12%

Dental and vision plans

Telemedicine services

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Vogrinc Search Group is seeking a Controls Engineer II to own the engineering lifecycle of automation projects. You will design, program, test, and commission control systems, integrating robotics and drive systems across PLC/ HMI architectures.

Qualified candidates have a Bachelor’s in Electrical/Automation or related field, 5+ years of automation experience, and proficiency with Rockwell platforms, AutoCAD Electrical, and robot integration. Travel up to 15% is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical discipline (or equivalent practical industry experience).
• 5+ years of direct industry experience designing, building, and programming custom industrial automation systems.
• Experience with industrial automation and electrical codes, including NEC, NFPA 79, and RIA TR R15.06.
• Experience in Rockwell Automation / Allen-Bradley platforms (e.g., Studio 5000, FactoryTalk View) is required. Other platforms (e.g., Siemens TIA Portal, Omron, Mitsubishi) are preferred but not required.
• Must be competent in AutoCAD Electrical.
• Experience with major industrial robot brand (e.g., FANUC, ABB, Yaskawa, KUKA) is strongly preferred but not required.
• Strong root-cause analysis, critical thinking, and structured troubleshooting capabilities to address unusual system anomalies.
• Willingness and capability to travel up to 15% domestically and internationally to support system integration at customer facilities.

Responsibilities

• Controls Architecture: Use PLCs and HMIs to build machine control software architectures.
• Integrate robotics, vision systems, VFDs, and servo applications into the control logic.
• Configure, program, and troubleshoot network interfaces across DeviceNet, Ethernet/IP, Profibus, and Profinet.
• Design electrical panel schematics, layouts, and BOMs using AutoCAD Electrical.
• Generate pneumatic/hydraulic diagrams and I/O maps.
• Robot Programming: Develop robot paths, tool frames, and offline programming for floor integration.
• Engineering Standards: Develop reusable code libraries and design best practices.
• Specification Review: Evaluate customer specs to ensure hardware and programming meet expectations.
• System Integration & Debug: Coordinate power-up, validation, and full system debug with teams on the floor.
• Commissioning & Support: On-site startup, commissioning, training, and handover to clients.
• Safety Assessments: Conduct risk validations and ensure safe human-machine interfaces.
• Collaboration: Mentor entry-level engineers and coordinate with Mechanical, PM, and Sales teams.

Job description

Vogrinc Search Group is seeking a Controls Engineer II to own the engineering lifecycle of automation projects. You will design, program, test, and commission control systems, integrating robotics and drive systems across PLC/ HMI architectures.

Qualified candidates have a Bachelor’s in Electrical/Automation or related field, 5+ years of automation experience, and proficiency with Rockwell platforms, AutoCAD Electrical, and robot integration. Travel up to 15% is expected.