Technical Lead, Controls & Automation Systems

Specialty Tooling Systems, Inc.

Grand Rapids (MI)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 110,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Education reimbursement
Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Specialty Tooling Systems, Inc. in Grand Rapids, Michigan is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to lead the design, development, and implementation of advanced automation systems. This role requires 7+ years of controls engineering experience and expertise in Rockwell Automation and industrial robotics. The position offers a full-time contract with benefits including health insurance, 401(k) matching, and education reimbursement. The work environment involves regular interaction in a manufacturing setting, with potential travel up to 30% for large projects.

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of controls engineering experience in automation or custom machinery.
  • Strong experience with Rockwell Automation and industrial robotics.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead controls engineering efforts across the project lifecycle.
  • Define controls architecture and make key technical decisions.
  • Mentor and develop junior engineers.

Skills

Controls system expertise
PLC programming
Troubleshooting skills
Project management
Customer communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Rockwell Automation (Studio 5000 & FactoryTalk View)
AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

Specialty Tooling Systems, Inc. in Grand Rapids, Michigan is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to lead the design, development, and implementation of advanced automation systems. This role requires 7+ years of controls engineering experience and expertise in Rockwell Automation and industrial robotics. The position offers a full-time contract with benefits including health insurance, 401(k) matching, and education reimbursement. The work environment involves regular interaction in a manufacturing setting, with potential travel up to 30% for large projects.
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