Controls Engineer

Burke Porter, an Ascential Technologies Brand • Grand Rapids, MI

61d

About The Position

The Controls Engineer will be responsible for programming PLC, HMI, and other controls from scratch. This role involves troubleshooting control systems in collaboration with assembly and engineering teams, instructing Field Service Engineers (FSEs) on machinery and controls systems, and ensuring effective communication with customers, product/project managers, and team members. The engineer will define system requirements, system operation, and schedule planning while managing multiple projects. Additionally, the role provides support for new and existing equipment through on-site or phone assistance, requiring a deep understanding of the company's machines and their controls systems. The Controls Engineer will also lead machine start-ups, coordinate installation services, and train other Controls Engineers and Electrical Engineers.

Requirements

• BSEE with emphasis on controls or systems design or demonstrable knowledge of Electrical and Control System concepts used in our industry
• 10+ years’ experience preferred
• VFD & Servo experience
• PLC experience: Proficiency with AB and Siemens required (Mitsubishi, GE, Omron, and others are a plus)
• Advanced knowledge of industrial networking
• Understanding of large system architecture
• Understanding of pneumatic/hydraulic controls & design
• Ability to program robotic controls (ABB, Fanuc, Kuka)
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally (20-40%)
• Ability to read and correct electrical prints if necessary
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

• Program PLC, HMI & other controls from scratch without assistance
• Program and troubleshoot control systems by working with the assembly and engineering teams
• Instruct FSEs in the operation and startup of our machinery and controls systems
• Ensure effective communication with customers, product and project managers, and team members in defining system requirements, system operation, and schedule planning while managing multiple projects
• Provide support of new and existing equipment by providing on-site or phone support, requires an understanding of our machines and their controls systems
• Lead machine start-ups and coordination of installation services
• Train other Controls Engineers and Electrical Engineers

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior