Controls Engineer Detroit, Michigan, USA 105,000 – 115,000 Job Description Job Description NO Sponsorship ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Design and implement automated control systems with both automatic and manual modes.
• Develop and integrate Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs) for operator control and monitoring.
• Establish and maintain a Factory Information System for real-time data access across mine operations.
• Provide technical support for integrating standalone components into centralized control systems.
• Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to ensure system reliability and safety.
• Troubleshoot and optimize PLCs, drives, instrumentation, and network infrastructure.
• Support commissioning of new equipment and capital projects.
• Maintain documentation and ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards.
Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS: REQUIRED
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in industrial controls and automation.
• Proficiency with Allen-Bradley ControlLogix PLCs, PowerFlex drives, and HMI platforms (e.g., PanelView, Wonderware, Ignition).
• Experience with SCADA systems, networking, and Windows/VMware infrastructure.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours based on project and support needs.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS: PREFERRED
• CMMS Experience
• Ability to work both first and third shift (meaning flexible on hours before/after)
• Knowledge of federal mining laws (MSHA).
• Knowledge of mining methods and in use and operation of related equipment.
• Knowledge in the installation, basic maintenance, or operation of mine ventilation and materials processing/handling systems and/or mine shaft maintenance
Why is This a Great Opportunity Excellent company and leadership Room for Growth Brand recognition
Numbers & Facts
Location
Detroit, Michigan
Skills
Allen-Bradleyunmatched
Analysis Skillsunmatched
Automationunmatched
Capital Equipmentunmatched
Capital Projectunmatched
Commissioningunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)unmatched
Control Engineeringunmatched
Control Systemsunmatched
ControlLogixunmatched
Cross-Functionalunmatched
Documentationunmatched
Electrical Engineeringunmatched
Environmental Complianceunmatched
Federal Laws and Regulationsunmatched
Human Machine Interface (HMI)unmatched
Identify Issuesunmatched
Information Technology & Information Systemsunmatched
Instrumentationunmatched
Leadershipunmatched
Maintain Complianceunmatched
Microsoft Windows Operating Systemunmatched
Mine Maintenanceunmatched
Mine Operationsunmatched
Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA)unmatched
Mine Ventilationunmatched
Mining Laws/Regulationsunmatched
Mining Methodsunmatched
Network Administration/Managementunmatched
Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)unmatched
Quality Metricsunmatched
Safety Complianceunmatched
Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA)unmatched
Systems Maintenanceunmatched
Systems Reliabilityunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Technical Supportunmatched
VMWare vSphereunmatched
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