Controls Engineer

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Base pay range: $93,250.00/yr - $/yr

The Controls Engineer is responsible for supporting its manufacturing operations in Muskegon, Michigan in the creation, delivery, and implementation of paint and mold manufacturing processes and controls.

• Build partnerships and work collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Develop and deliver multi‑mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Learn through experimentation when tackling new problems, using both successes and failures as learning fodder.
• Adapt approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.
• Proactively identify safety hazards and follow necessary steps to make the proper repairs.
• Spend time on the floor to troubleshoot and correct issues to improve processes with automation projects.
• Troubleshoot and support production equipment using several common systems (PLC, Vision, and Robotics), or other control platforms as required.
• Work with many different aspects of controls, from system definition to design and programming.
• Integrate hardware and software solutions for manufacturing.
• Define necessary capital controls equipment for projects.
• Use PLC programming languages and HMI systems such as Allen Bradley and GE.
• Design and create electrical prints.
• Design, install, maintain and modify PLC systems.
• Install and troubleshoot AC/DC drives and motors.
• Work with relays, contacts, transformers, motor starters, sensors, switches, etc.
• Provide technical support and software changes of PLC based equipment.
• Assist maintenance supervisors with machinery issues.
• Reduce repeat downtime issues on machines.
• Assist in start‑up of new technology.
• Contribute to cost savings ideas and efforts.
• Implement troubleshooting tools and controls to contribute to process improvements.

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Controls Engineering, Industrial Electronics, or a related field strongly preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in automation/controls engineering and/or manufacturing engineering with controls experience.

• 3+ years of manufacturing controls.
• Versatile in multiple platforms, circuitry and programming languages.
• Automation experience in automotive manufacturing.
• Rockwell Automation experience.
• Experience in electronic sensors and test equipment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Support daily needs of Production in the event of machine downtime.
• Strong communication skills and a positive attitude.
• A team‑based and creative approach to problem solving.
• Experience interpreting a customer’s specification and translating it into design.
• Experience with database applications such as SQL (a plus).
• Experience with collaborative robots (a plus).
• Pneumatics or hydraulic experience (a plus).
• Manage multiple projects/programs simultaneously.
• Demonstrate ability to lead by mentoring and teaching technical teammates and apprentices.
• Lead continuous improvement projects with your team.

• Work in stationary position.
• Move about work area.
• Use hands/fingers to handle or feel.
• Reach with hands and arms.
• Ascend/descend stairs or ladder.
• Bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Communicate with various parties.
• Detect flavors or smells.
• Move containers up to 30 pounds.
• Read and understand written word.
• Drive/travel.
• Operate computer and general office machines.
• Operate machines.

• No exposure to extreme heat, cold, noise, chemicals, or hazardous equipment (normal office environment).
• Exposure to dust, oil, various chemicals, and extreme noise (plant environment).
• Limited exposure to outside elements (travel).
• Travel occasionally required to attend training events or review manufacturing processes and meet with those in manufacturing locations.

Mid‑Senior level

Part‑time

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries:
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing