PLC Controls Engineer

Are you looking to work for a company that provides an innovative work environment, and your voice is heard?

We have a immediate needs for PLC Control Engineers in Sparta Michigan. This is a direct opportunity.

As a member of the Engineering team, the Controls Engineer will be responsible for designing, building, and installing equipment plants globally. Our portfolio includes ASRS systems, automated conveyor, pallet elevators, stackers/destackers, pallet turntables, automatic labelers, shipping trailers, and build line integration.

The Role:
Your work will include, but not be limited to:

• Following health, safety, environmental regulations, and safety protocols (safety harnesses, fork truck, scissor lift, boom lifts, LOTO)
• Building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among all team members
• Communicating across cross-functional groups
• Being responsible for projects from technical specification to startup support
• Designing and developing all aspects of electrical control systems, equipment, and programming using Lear standards and build upon with innovative ideas
• Writing, implementing, and debugging PLC software
• Providing support to existing Lear automated equipment globally
• Developing predictive maintenance indicators to increase reliability and reduce downtime - (CBM, Industry 4.0)
• Developing contingency and disaster recovery plans

Your Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Software Engineering
• Three years' experience in a controls engineering role at an automation/machine build shop.
• Must be a self-starter, team player, work well with others, and have a positive attitude
• Must be a creative thinker, results oriented, focused, and attentive to detail and accuracy
• Expert in RSLogix5000, Studio5000, and FactoryTalk View Studio
• Knowledgeable of I/O link, AB components, drive control, Keyence cameras
• Ability to read and create electrical drawings in AutoCAD
• Must have ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines
• Understand and communicate applicable safety standards: general industry, machine guarding, robot safety, automated vehicles, conveyor safety
• Self-driven and willingness to work long hours during installations, if required
• Willingness to travel globally - up to 30-35%

What you'll get:

• Healthcare (Medical/Dental/Vision)
• 401(k) Program w/ company match
• Life Insurance and Disability
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation Time