Controls Engineer

CoreTechs

Plainwell, MI

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$80,000–$130,000 Per Year

SKILLS

Analysis Skills, Automation, Automation Systems, Budget Management, Commission Controls, Commissioning, Communication Skills, Control Engineering, Control Systems, Customer Relations, Develop and Maintain Customers, Diversity, Establish Priorities, Food and Beverage Industry, Human Machine Interface (HMI), Identify Issues, Leadership, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Project Lifecycle, Project Planning, Project Tracking, Project/Program Coordination, Project/Program Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Startup, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), System Integration (SI), Technical Leadership, Technical Support, Test Automation, Testing, Time Management, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Plainwell, MI

POSTED

29 days ago

Controls Engineer
Plainwell, MI 49080

Salary: $80-130k

We are a proven engineering and systems integration firm based in Plainwell, Michigan. For more than 20 years, we've delivered complete automation and control system solutions across the automotive, food & beverage, water/wastewater, and other industrial sectors.

We value professionals who demonstrate quiet confidence, disciplined execution, and thoughtful problem-solving. Our most successful team members are independent and self-motivated, with a patient, methodical approach to engineering challenges. We appreciate individuals who are friendly, respectful, and easy to work with, yet serious about delivering precise, expert-level solutions. If you thrive in an environment that rewards accuracy, reflection, and steady, dependable technical leadership, you'll fit in exceptionally well here.

We are seeking an experienced and selfdriven Controls Engineer to join our team. This role involves designing, programming, testing, and commissioning automation systems across diverse applications. Ideal candidates can independently manage project tasks, adapt quickly to new technologies, and maintain strong technical accuracy. Experience with Inductive Automation's Ignition is preferred.

Planning & Project Coordination

Review and prioritize project scope, identifying key tasks and dependencies
Develop detailed work plans, sequencing, and critical path analysis
Contribute to estimating efforts and align planned resources accordingly
Build and maintain realistic schedules for engineering, FAT, installation, and startup Communicate schedule expectations with internal teams and leadership
Understand project milestones, success criteria, and phase deliverables

Technical Implementation

Design, program, test, and commission control systems using PLC, HMI, and SCADA platforms
Collaborate with engineering teammates to ensure accurate and timely execution
Track progress against budget and proactively address variances
Coordinate procurement of hardware, software, and vendor components
Maintain strong customer relationships and provide responsive technical support throughout the project lifecycle

REQUIREMENTS:

At least 5+ years of handson experience delivering full lifecycle PLC/SCADA automation projects
Strong proficiency with Rockwell Studio 5000; experience with one or more of the following is a plus: Wonderware, Siemens S7, Client iFIX, Ignition, Opto 22
Ability to independently drive engineering tasks from requirements through startup Strong verbal and written communication skills
Excellent troubleshooting, diagnostics, and analytical thinking
Proven timemanagement and project coordination ability
High learning aptitude and willingness to adopt new platforms and tools quickly

TRAVEL:

Approximately 15% overnight travel
Regular travel to nearby client sites for project work and support

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match
Opportunities for technical growth, training, and longterm career development

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.

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