Senior Controls Engineer

Role Summary / Purpose

This role is for a Controls Engineer supporting the development and build of a final assembly cell. This is a hands-on, execution-focused role - the ideal candidate is self-sufficient navigating Siemens PLCs, comfortable taking direction from a project lead, and able to pick up tasks and run with them independently while working alongside a team of engineers.

Key Responsibilities

• Program and debug the assembly cell
• Work hands-on with Siemens PLCs, servos, and pneumatics to troubleshoot and debug equipment during build
• Take direction from the project lead while managing assigned tasks independently
• Collaborate closely with a team of other engineers through the build and debug phases
• Support installation and commissioning at the customer facility

Requirements - Education & Experience

• Bachelor''s degree preferred
• 5-7 years of controls engineering experience
• 3+ years hands-on Siemens PLC experience (required)

Required Skills

• Siemens PLC and servos
• Ignition HMI
• Pneumatic motions
• Comfortable working independently while taking direction from a lead
• Strong team collaboration skills

Employment Details - Type, Location, Hours

• Contract position through June 2027
• 100% onsite in Holland, Michigan during programming/debug phase
• Standard hours: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
• 45-50 hrs/week to start, ramping to approximately 60 hrs/week during install
• Installation phase tentatively mid-January - end of February, on a 2 weeks on / 1 week home rotation