Senior Controls Project Engineer – PLC/HMI & Robotics (Onsite)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Medical benefits starting first day

Paid parental leave

Unique automation projects

Engineering-driven environment

Career growth and skill development

Commitment to quality

Job summary

JR Automation in Holland, MI seeks a Controls Project Engineer to design and program control systems for automated manufacturing equipment. The role involves interpreting customer specs, validating functionality, and coordinating startup and commissioning at customer sites.

Responsibilities include PLC/HMI programming, robot integration, preventive maintenance, and on-site support. Travel up to 25% is required to support customers domestically and internationally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or technical diploma with related experience.
• Strong understanding of electrical circuits and controls.
• Experience in PLC/HMI programming and robotics.

Responsibilities

• Develops and designs controls software packages for PLC/HMI.
• Interprets customer specifications to ensure equipment meets requirements.
• Starts up and commissions equipment per specifications.
• Programs robotic and/or control equipment per customer specs.
• Performs preventative maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Reviews designs for functional accuracy with peers.
• Provides service documentation and end-user training.
• Supports safe work practices on site.

Skills

Electrical design

PLC programming

HMI programming

Robot programming

VFDs and servo systems

Control systems integration

Customer communication

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Technical diploma + 3 years college

Tools

PLC programming

HMI programming

DNET/ENET/Profibus networks

Job description

JR Automation in Holland, MI seeks a Controls Project Engineer to design and program control systems for automated manufacturing equipment. The role involves interpreting customer specs, validating functionality, and coordinating startup and commissioning at customer sites.

Responsibilities include PLC/HMI programming, robot integration, preventive maintenance, and on-site support. Travel up to 25% is required to support customers domestically and internationally.