Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer - Troy, MI

ACS - Engineer. Integrate. Build.; Michigan; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer to lead their Michigan-based team. The role involves mentoring, project execution, and developing control systems. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in PLC programming and electrical engineering.

Benefits

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Hybrid work

Summer hours

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of experience in PLC system design, programming, and startup.
• Extensive ladder logic programming experience.

Responsibilities

• Support and mentor the I&C team in Michigan.
• Develop and review control system architecture and design specifications.
• Conduct risk analyses and hazard assessments.

Skills

Mentorship

Technical Writing

Problem Solving

Client Service

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PLC Programming

HMI Integration

P&ID Interpretation

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Job Overview

ACS is seeking a Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer to support and lead our Michigan-based I&C team, working closely with the I&C Manager to provide mentorship, guidance, and oversee project execution. This position can be based out of our Verona, WI or Troy, MI offices.

Key Responsibilities

• Support and mentor the I&C team in Michigan.
• Develop and review control system architecture, P&IDs, control sequences, and design specifications.
• Conduct risk analyses and hazard assessments.
• Create project documentation including responsibility matrices, instrument indexes, and BOMs.
• Design and review wiring schematics and control panel layouts.
• Program and integrate HMIs and PLCs from brands like Allen Bradley, Siemens, GE, Wago, etc.
• Perform system tests, onsite startup, validation, and troubleshooting.
• Develop wiring schedules and scope of work documents for contractors.
• Calibrate instrumentation and tune PID loops.
• Validate programming to ensure system operation per control sequences.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• At least 8 years of experience in PLC system design, programming, and startup.
• Extensive ladder logic programming experience.
• Experience with engine test cell instrumentation & control design, troubleshooting, and commissioning.
• Ability to interpret and create P&IDs.
• Strong client service skills and ability to manage multiple projects.
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel (25-40%) for site visits and commissioning.
• Self-motivated with problem-solving skills.

Why Join ACS?

• Innovative and collaborative workplace culture.
• 401(k) matching, paid time off, hybrid work, and summer hours.
• Opportunity to work on complex R&D and production projects across various industries.