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⚙️ Controls Engineer – Automation & Manufacturing
📍 Grand Rapids, MI
Join a growing engineering team designing custom automated systems used in industrial manufacturing environments worldwide.
What You’ll Do
• Develop PLC/HMI programs for automated equipment and integrated systems
• Support electrical schematics, I/O lists, and controls documentation
• Lead FATs and troubleshoot controls systems onsite and remotely
• Partner with engineering and project teams on turnkey automation solutions
• Ensure systems meet NEC, NFPA, and safety standards
What You Bring
✔️ 5 years of PLC programming experience
✔️ Allen-Bradley and/or Siemens PLC experience
✔️ Strong AC/DC electrical and troubleshooting knowledge
✔️ Engineering degree or equivalent automation experience preferred
Why This Role
• Quarterly bonus strong 401(k) profit sharing
• Career growth in a rapidly expanding organization
• Updated facilities and collaborative culture
• Excellent benefits including parental leave and tuition reimbursement
If you’re passionate about automation, controls, and custom engineered systems — let’s connect.