Controls Engineer (Michigan)

AA Anderson & CO INC • Plymouth, MI

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Controls Engineer is responsible for all aspects of PLC and HMI software design and development for automotive and nonautomotive industrial and manufacturing customers. The role works with cross-functional groups and supports other engineering teams to help complete projects on schedule. The engineer collaborates with mechanical engineers to develop industrial machine control systems, supports mechanical and electrical build teams through all equipment build phases, and commissions and validates systems at customer locations. Travel throughout North America to customer sites may take 25–50% of the time. A possible hybrid work arrangement is available, with on-site work required as business needs dictate.

Requirements

• Technical degree in an electrical-related field or equivalent experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical ability to analyze and solve problems.
• Ability to perceive needs and work independently.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems and their interaction with controls.
• Understanding of LOTO (Lockout/Tagout) and basic electrical safety procedures.
• Valid driver's license and ability to be covered by company insurance.
• Ability to travel 25–50% of the time.

Nice To Haves

• Experience programming with Rockwell and Siemens.
• Experience with additional software platforms such as Mitsubishi and Omron.
• Solid understanding of pneumatic controls.
• Understanding of P&ID (piping and instrumentation diagrams) and experience in fluid flow or fluid dispensing systems.

Responsibilities

• Read and fully understand standard electrical hardware drawings.
• Design PLC and HMI software to customer specifications.
• Work alongside mechanical engineers to create industrial machine control systems.
• Support mechanical and electrical build teams during all equipment build phases.
• Configure DeviceNet, EtherNet/IP, PROFIBUS, and PROFINET.
• Commission and validate systems at customer locations.
• Travel throughout North America to customer locations, potentially 25–50% of the time.
• Follow Anderson Process safety and quality policies.
• Work on projects for automotive and nonautomotive industrial customers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed