Senior Controls Engineer

Senior Controls Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Senior Controls Engineer to support and improve automation, controls, and manufacturing systems within a high-volume production environment. This is a hands-on role for someone with strong PLC programming and troubleshooting experience who enjoys solving complex equipment issues, improving machine reliability, and supporting automation projects from installation through production.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the programming, troubleshooting, modification, and continuous improvement of plant automation and controls systems
• Develop and maintain PLC, HMI, VFD, servo, motion, robotics, vision, and industrial network systems
• Provide hands-on technical support to Maintenance and Production to resolve equipment downtime and controls-related issues
• Support new equipment installations, commissioning, startups, and new product launches
• Lead controls upgrades, equipment retrofits, capital projects, and system improvements
• Troubleshoot electrical and controls issues involving sensors, motors, drives, panels, I/O, networks, and machine logic
• Develop and maintain electrical schematics, controls documentation, software backups, and machine standards
• Improve equipment uptime, cycle time, reliability, scrap, and overall manufacturing performance
• Work with Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, Production, and suppliers to identify root causes and implement permanent solutions
• Support machine connectivity, data collection, SCADA/MES, and other plant digital transformation initiatives
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to engineers, technicians, and maintenance personnel
• Ensure controls systems and modifications meet applicable electrical, safety, and company standards

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Automation Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered
• 7 years of experience in industrial controls, automation, or manufacturing engineering
• Strong hands-on experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting
• Experience with Allen-Bradley/Rockwell Automation, Studio 5000, or RSLogix strongly preferred
• Experience with HMI, VFDs, servo systems, motion control, and industrial networks
• Strong electrical troubleshooting and ability to read electrical schematics
• Manufacturing or automotive manufacturing experience preferred
• Experience with robotics, machine vision, SCADA, MES, or plant data systems is a plus
• Experience with AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, Ignition, FactoryTalk, Wonderware, Kepware, or SQL is a plus
• Strong problem-solving, communication, documentation, and project management skills
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or root cause analysis is a plus

Ideal Candidate:

The ideal candidate is a hands-on Senior Controls Engineer who can troubleshoot production equipment on the plant floor, program and modify PLC/HMI systems, support equipment startups, and lead controls improvement projects. Experience in a high-volume automotive or manufacturing environment is highly preferred.

Branex Group is a Minority-owned Technical Staffing firm headquartered in Auburn Hills, MI. We are a Certified Women’s Owned Business through the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC). We specialize in Engineering, Information Technology, Robotics, Human Resources, and Finance opportunities across the United States.

Branex Group is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We ensure all applicants and employees are considered without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, genetics, or any other protected characteristic by State and Federal laws.

Branex Group offers the following benefits:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off
- 401(k)

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.