Senior Controls Engineer

Job Posted: 5/1/2026

Salary range for this job is $40/hr - $50/hr

Company Description: 

Leading Edge Controls specializes in providing controls engineering solutions within the Industrial Automation Sector. The company supports projects from initial development and design stages to programming and on-site commissioning. Dedicated to delivering exceptional services, Leading Edge Controls serves as a trusted partner for both upcoming and ongoing automation initiatives. The organization is committed to innovation and excellence in supporting industrial automation advancements.

Location: 

Work home base will be located in Muskegon, MI although this position will primarily involve contracted work at local businesses. We are looking for someone in the Muskegon area, but we are open to considering the right candidate in surrounding locations. 

Job Overview:

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Controls Engineer to lead the commissioning of complex systems that integrate both hardware and software. The ideal candidate will have expertise in designing schematics and control panels, along with experience in PLC programming and motion control. As part of a dynamic team, you will interact directly with customers, ensuring successful project execution and high levels of customer satisfaction. This position offers the opportunity to take on a wide variety of engineering tasks while contributing to project success from design to implementation.

Responsibilities:

● Lead the commissioning of complex systems that integrate both hardware and software, ensuring seamless operation.

● Design and develop detailed schematics and control panels for diverse engineering projects.

● Provide recommendations aimed at enhancing productivity, reducing costs, and improving overall customer satisfaction.

● Facilitate technical interchange and knowledge transfer, ensuring effective application of products in system design.

● Handle a full range of standard professional engineering tasks, with a focus on quality, efficiency, and meeting deadlines.

● Tackle complex engineering problems using advanced problem-solving techniques to drive innovative solutions.

● Interact directly with customers on-site, providing expert guidance and ensuring the successful completion of projects.

Requirements:

● Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field; an advanced degree is a plus.

● 2-5 years of experience in controls engineering or a related field.

● Skills and Expertise:

○ Proficiency in AutoCAD for designing schematics and control systems.

○ Expertise in Allen-Bradley and/or Siemens PLCs and HMIs.

○ Solid understanding of AC drives (both open and closed loop).

○ Experience with motion control (servos, steppers, VFDs, indexers, etc.).

○ Robotics experience, particularly with Fanuc or ABB robots.

○ Exposure to Ethernet IP network design is an advantage.

○ Familiarity with machine safety protocols is a plus.

● Personal Traits: A go-getter attitude with a strong self-motivation to meet challenges head-on.

● Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to resolve technical challenges.

Benefits:

● Pay Rate: $40-$50/hr, with additional compensation for overtime and premium work hours.

○ Overtime: Paid for hours worked over 40.

○ Double Time: Paid for work on Sundays and holidays.

● Paid Time Off: 3 weeks of PTO (given upfront; does not rollover or get paid out if employee leaves within the first year).

● Mileage Reimbursement for any travel required.

● Premium Pay: $5/hr for any work requiring road time.

● Daily Meal/Incidental Per Diem for work requiring road time.

● Annual Profit Sharing Bonus based on company performance.

● 401k Eligibility after 90 days with Safe Harbor Contributions:

○ 100% matching up to 3%

○ 50% matching above 3%, with a cap at 5%.

● Paid Holidays: 9 days per year.

● Sick Time: In compliance with ESTA.

● Bereavement Leave.

● While healthcare is not directly offered, we can connect you with a trusted healthcare broker to help explore available options.