Controls Engineer I

Hitachi • Lake Orion, MI

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Opportunity: JR Automation, a Hitachi Group Company, is driven to deliver customer success worldwide. We provide intelligent automated manufacturing and distribution technology solutions that transform how the world's leading manufacturers make and distribute products. Our strength is our people and we’re always looking to get stronger across North America, Europe, and Asia. Join us as a Controls Engineer I in Lake Orion, MI as we work together to bring innovative automation solutions to life. Location Type: This role is onsite at our Lake Orion, MI facility. As a Controls Engineer I, you will work with some of the most talented engineers in the automation industry. This role will enable you to perfect your controls experience while integrating some of the most state of the art robotics and technology available. The innovative solutions we design offer diverse experiences that will strengthen your skills and challenge your abilities.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, an Associate’s degree with 2+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent experience.
• Experience with any of the following: PLCs, HMIs, Robotics, Mechatronics, Motion Control, Vision Systems, and/or Programming.
• Experience with CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical or SolidWorks).
• Ability to interpret electrical and pneumatic schematic drawings.
• Willingness to travel up to 35%–50% to customer sites and other JR locations.

Nice To Haves

• Current or prior JR Automation experience, or experience in the automation industry, is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and document controls systems for various types of automated equipment.
• Troubleshoot robot controllers, ladder logic, electrical control devices, mechanical units, transfer devices, and peripheral equipment.
• Perform machine power-up, debug, and programming.
• Ensure equipment is designed and programmed to specifications using standard techniques and approaches.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees