Controls Engineer

Controls & Automation Engineer

Cooperidge Consulting Firm is seeking a Controls & Automation Engineer for a top Industrial Mining & Materials leader in Detroit, MI.

This role is responsible for the design, implementation, and optimization of complex automated control systems within a high-capacity mining environment. The Engineer will develop centralized control architectures, integrate Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs), and maintain a real-time Factory Information System to ensure operational transparency across the site. This is a technical, hands-on position requiring expertise in Allen-Bradley systems and a commitment to maintaining safety and reliability standards in a critical industrial setting.

Job Responsibilities

• System Design:
  Design and implement automated control systems featuring both automatic and manual override modes to ensure process continuity.
• HMI Development:
  Develop and integrate sophisticated Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs) for real-time operator monitoring and system control.
• Information Architecture:
  Establish and maintain a site-wide Factory Information System providing real-time data access across the entire mining operation.
• System Integration:
  Provide advanced technical support for integrating standalone mechanical and electrical components into centralized SCADA control systems.
• Troubleshooting & Optimization:
  Maintain and optimize PLCs, variable frequency drives (VFDs), instrumentation, and critical network infrastructure.
• Capital Projects:
  Support the commissioning of new equipment and lead the technical execution of site-wide capital automation projects.
• Cross-Functional Reliability:
  Collaborate with maintenance and operations teams to ensure all automated systems meet strict safety, environmental, and quality standards.