What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controls Engineer II position at JRAutomation?
Location:
Holland, Michigan, United StatesJob ID:
R0138473Date Posted:
2026-08-05Company Name:
J.R. AUTOMATION TECHNOLOGIES, LLCProfession (Job Category):
Engineering & ScienceJob Schedule:
Full timeRemote:
NoJob Description:
The Opportunity:
JR Automation, a Hitachi Group Company, is driven to deliver customer success worldwide. We provide intelligent automated manufacturing and distribution technology solutions that transform how the world's leading manufacturers make and distribute products. Our strength is our people, and we're always looking to strengthen our team across the globe. Join us as a Controls Engineer II.
Location Type:The position is onsite in Holland, MI.
Why Join Is?
- Competitive wages, medical benefits starting your first day, and paid parental leave
- Opportunity to work on unique, custom automation projects
- A collaborative, engineering-driven environment
- Career growth and skill development opportunities
- A role where craftsmanship and quality truly matter
How You'll Make an Impact :
- Design, implement and document control systems for various types of automated equipment.
- Conduct the electrical/hydraulic pneumatic design, peripheral device programming, machine PLC programming, coordinate the machine debug, power-up, and machine validation with the appropriate build and electrical teams.
- Ensure that equipment is designed and programmed to customer and/or JR Automation build specifications using standard techniques and approach.
Note:This list of responsibilities is by no means inclusive; however, it is intended to be a guideline for activities.
What You'll Bring:
- Bachelor's degree from 4-year College or university in related engineering field, or equivalent experience, calculated as two (2) years of relevant work experience for each year of academic study.
- At least3 years ofrelated experience and/or training
- Exposure to industry, an equivalent combination of education or experience.
- Experience with PLC's, HMI, Robot, AutoCAD, Motion Control, Pneumatics, Hydraulics, and/or Vision Systems
- Current or priorJR Automation experience, or experience in the automation industry is strongly preferred
- Travel to customer sites for installation and startup of equipment; up to 25% travel expected yearly.
Disclaimer: JR Automation requires candidates to successfully complete a 10-panel drug screen, physical examination, and background check.
Company Overview
At JR Automation, A Hitachi Group Company, we discover potential, reimagine limits, and advance industry. When faced with a problem, we find a solution.
Together, we push what's possible to automate for tomorrow.
Join our team of 2,000 at one of our 20 facilities around the world and be a part of the most experienced team of advanced automation integrators.
Fueled by Possible.
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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