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Controls Engineer

Orion Solutions Group
Ann Arbor, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 9/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/7/2026
Are you passionate about industrial automation, robotics, and building world-class machinery? We're partnering with an established OEM that designs and manufactures highly engineered production equipment used by leading manufacturers around the world. Due to continued growth, they're adding a Controls Engineer to their engineering team.

This is an opportunity to work on challenging custom automation projects from concept through commissioning while collaborating with a talented group of mechanical, electrical, and software engineers.

Why This Opportunity?

This is more than a maintenance controls role. You'll work on custom automation equipment, solve complex engineering challenges, and see projects through from design to startup.

The company offers:

  • Competitive compensation
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid vacation and holidays
  • Ongoing technical training and professional development
  • Travel reimbursement
  • Long-term career growth with a stable and respected engineering organization

Responsibilities:

  • Design and program PLC-based control systems using Siemens TIA Portal and Allen Bradley Studio 5000 / RSLogix
  • Program and integrate Fanuc industrial robots
  • Develop HMIs and machine automation solutions
  • Commission new equipment and support machine startups
  • Troubleshoot, optimize, and upgrade existing automation systems
  • Integrate PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, robotics, and industrial networks
  • Work directly with customers to provide technical support and automation solutions
  • Create technical documentation and participate in system validation and testing

Qualifications:

  • 3 years of Controls Engineering experience
  • Strong experience with:
    • Siemens TIA Portal
    • Allen Bradley PLCs
    • Fanuc Robot Programming
  • Able to travel 50%
  • Experience with industrial communication protocols including EtherNet/IP, Profinet, or Modbus
  • Ability to troubleshoot complex industrial automation systems
  • Willingness to travel occasionally for equipment startup and customer support
  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills
Nice to Have

  • SCADA experience
  • Motion control programming
  • Machine commissioning/start-up experience
  • Siemens, Allen Bradley, or Fanuc certifications
  • Knowledge of NFPA 79, ISO 13849, or IEC 61508

If you're looking for a role where your engineering expertise will have a direct impact on cutting-edge manufacturing systems, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion.

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