Sr. Controls Engineer

Textron Inc.; Muskegon (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Textron in Muskegon is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to join a safety-focused foundry. You will lead PLC programming, troubleshoot drives and circuits, and develop control strategies for new equipment in coordination with project engineers.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, training in design software, and a willingness to contribute to continuous improvement. Some programming experience is helpful, but not required. First shift, full-time, relocation available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• Training in design software required.
• Some programming experience is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Programming and Troubleshooting PLCs, Drives and Circuits.
• Assist in the development of control strategies and procedures.
• Continuous Improvement of Machines and Processes relating to controls.
• Review and update of electrical schematics as needed.
• Evaluation and upgrade of controls equipment.
• Responsible for the development of electrical control systems for new equipment by coordinating the work with that of the project engineers in charge of equipment.

Skills

PLC Programming

Troubleshooting

Control Systems

Electrical Engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Sr. Controls Engineer

Description

Are you looking for employment with a fast-paced, safety-oriented foundry with a long-term presence in Muskegon County? CWC Textron, a division of Kautex Textron, currently has an employment opportunity for a Senior Controls Engineer.

Textron was founded in 1923 and is one of the worlds best-known multi-industry companies and includes powerful brands such as Bell Helicopter, Cessna, E-Z GO, Jacobsen and of course Kautex. Being a part of Textron enables us to provide all the resources that a large company has to offer to both our customers and employees while maintaining a small company feel. Kautex employees tell us that they enjoy: having daily work that truly impacts the organization, working for an organization that strives to know and develop them, and working in a multi-industry company that offers a wide variety of career growth paths and opportunities.

Responsibilities:

• Programming and Troubleshooting PLCs, Drives and Circuits
• Assist in the development of control strategies and procedures
• Continuous Improvement of Machines and Processes relating to controls
• Review and update of electrical schematics as needed
• Evaluation and upgrade of controls equipment
• Responsible for the development of electrical control systems for new equipment by coordinating the work with that of the project engineers in charge of equipment

Qualifications

Education:

Candidate must have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or other related discipline.

Position Requirements:

Training in Design Software required.

Some experience in programming helpful, but not required.

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

Recruiting Company: CWC Textron, a division of Textron
Primary Location: US-Michigan-Muskegon
Job Function: Engineering
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Experienced
Shift: First Shift
Relocation: Available
Job Posting: 09/02/2026, 8:36:49 AM
Job Number: 344788