Senior Controls Engineer

Hitachi•Holland, MI

9d•Onsite

About The Position

JR Automation, a Hitachi Group Company, is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to develop and integrate advanced control systems for customized automation equipment. This onsite role is based in Holland, Michigan, and involves working with engineers to address complex technical challenges, lead technically, solve unique problems, and deliver customer-focused automation solutions. The position includes designing and developing control software, programming robotic and controls equipment, and ensuring systems meet customer specifications through startup and commissioning. The engineer also supports preventive maintenance, design reviews, customer-site training and technical support, and service documentation. Travel to customer sites and other JR locations may be required up to 25%. Candidates must successfully complete a 10-panel drug screen, physical examination, and background check.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline, or a technical diploma with three years of college-level study, related experience, or equivalent.
Intermediate understanding of electrical circuits, electrical panel design, pneumatic design, hydraulic design, PLCs, HMIs, robot programming, VFDs, servo applications, and device communication networks such as DNET, ENET, and Profibus.
At least 4 years of experience.
Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
Ability to travel up to 25% to customer sites and other JR locations.
Ability to interact professionally with customers and maintain positive working relationships, including in difficult or high-pressure situations.
Successful completion of a 10-panel drug screen, physical examination, and background check.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Current or prior JR Automation experience, or experience in the automation industry, is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and design control software packages using PLCs and/or HMIs.
Review customer-supplied specifications to ensure equipment functionality meets requirements.
Ensure equipment startup and commissioning meet approved customer specifications.
Program robotic and/or controls equipment according to customer specifications.
Perform customer-requested preventive maintenance to minimize downtime and optimize machine and equipment operation.
Check designs and details for proper functionality, including the work of other engineers.
Provide timely service documentation for work performed.
Provide technical support and training to end users at customer facilities.
Help ensure products and services remain an industry benchmark.
Demonstrate commitment to safe work practices at JR Automation and customer premises.
Perform other duties as assigned.