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Skills
Acceptance Testingunmatched
Analysis Skillsunmatched
Automationunmatched
Automation Systemsunmatched
Budgetingunmatched
Commissioningunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Control Engineeringunmatched
Control Systemsunmatched
Customer Relationsunmatched
Develop and Maintain Customersunmatched
Diversityunmatched
Food and Beverage Industryunmatched
Human Machine Interface (HMI)unmatched
Identify Issuesunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)unmatched
Project Designunmatched
Project Estimatesunmatched
Project Executionunmatched
Project Lifecycleunmatched
Project Planningunmatched
Project Scheduleunmatched
Project Trackingunmatched
Project/Program Coordinationunmatched
Project/Program Managementunmatched
Purchasing/Procurementunmatched
Startupunmatched
Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA)unmatched
System Integration (SI)unmatched
Team Playerunmatched
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Time Managementunmatched
Willing to Travelunmatched
Writing Skillsunmatched
Description
Controls Engineer
Location: Plainwell, MI 49080
Salary: $80,000–$130,000
ABOUT THE COMPANY:
We are a well-established engineering and systems integration firm based in Plainwell, Michigan. For over 20 years, we've delivered end-to-end automation and control system solutions across the automotive, food & beverage, water/wastewater, and other industrial sectors
We're looking for professionals who are thoughtful, self-motivated, and technically driven—individuals who take pride in solving complex engineering challenges with precision, independence, and a steady, methodical approach
POSITION OVERVIEW:
We are seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to design, program, test, and commission industrial automation systems across a variety of applications. This role is ideal for someone who can independently manage projects from concept through startup while maintaining exceptional technical accuracy. Experience with Inductive Automation's Ignition platform is highly preferred
Review project scope and identify key tasks, dependencies, and priorities
Develop detailed engineering work plans and project schedules
Assist with project estimating and resource planning
Coordinate engineering, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), installation, and startup schedules
Communicate project timelines and milestones with internal teams
Ensure project deliverables align with customer expectations and success criteria
Technical Engineering
Design, program, test, and commission PLC, HMI, and SCADA control systems
Collaborate with engineering team members to ensure successful project execution
Monitor project progress and address schedule or budget variances
Coordinate procurement of hardware, software, and vendor-supplied components
Provide technical support and maintain strong customer relationships throughout the project lifecycle
QUALIFICATIONS: Required:
At least 5+ years of hands-on experience delivering full lifecycle PLC/SCADA automation projects
Strong proficiency with Rockwell Studio 5000
Ability to independently manage automation projects from design through commissioning
Excellent troubleshooting, diagnostic, and analytical skills
Strong project coordination and time management abilities
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new automation platforms and technologies
Preferred:
Experience with one or more of the following:
Ignition (Inductive Automation)
Wonderware
Siemens S7
Client iFIX
Opto 22
TRAVEL:
Approximately 15% overnight travel
Regular travel to nearby client sites for project implementation and support
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
Competitive salary: $80,000–$130,000
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Technical training and professional development opportunities
Long-term career growth within a collaborative engineering environment
We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are an organization that values diversity. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including minorities and persons with disabilities.