Controls Engineer (2nd Shift)

Linked Professional Services•Utica, MI

About The Position

Linked, LLC is seeking a Controls Engineer to support facility equipment availability and performance. The role also contributes to continuous improvement initiatives intended to increase machine efficiency and optimize assembly processes. The position works with manufacturing and product teams on machine integration, controls systems, troubleshooting, safety functionality, and assembly equipment programming. The scheduled shift is 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM.

Requirements

Ability to read and interpret electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical schematics.
Ability to adapt to new controls technologies and software.
Ability to work efficiently with light supervision and communicate technical details clearly.
Knowledge of multi-axis servo systems, robotic systems, and industrial vision systems, including Cognex and Keyence.
Basic networking knowledge and experience with Fieldbus technologies, including Ethernet/IP, EtherCAT, I/O Link, and Modbus.
Experience interfacing with analog and fieldbus devices.
Experience with Allen Bradley and Siemens PLC software.
Experience with AutoCAD for electrical and pneumatic detailing.
Experience with Rockwell Suite tools, including Studio 5000, FactoryTalk, and RSLogix.
Experience with Automation Direct PLC and C-More HMI.
Experience with MS Office Suite.
Experience with Siemens Step 7.
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field; alternatively, an Associate’s degree in Robotic Automation or Computer Science.

Nice To Haves

Some on-the-job experience in controls, machine design, or machine build; internship experience is acceptable.
Enthusiastic, innovative, and team-oriented approach.
Self-starter with a flexible and goal-oriented mindset.
Motivation to grow and make an impact within the organization.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with manufacturing and product teams to support machine integration with MES and CMMS systems.
Lead troubleshooting and maintenance escalation for machine failures, including documentation and communication.
Verify and maintain safety circuit functionality, including light curtains, safety mats, and QA devices.
Develop operator interfaces and integrate them into MES systems.
Help define equipment connections for data gathering and system integration.
Maintain backups of MES, PLC, and robot software configurations.
Research, implement, and improve processes to enhance efficiency and flexibility.
Program and configure assembly processes for new and existing equipment.
Support department troubleshooting, diagnostics, and controls projects.
Understand electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical schematics and their interaction within assembly cells.