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Controls Commissioning Team Lead (M/F/D)

TGW Logistics
Grand Rapids, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 11/12/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/11/2025
The Controls Commissioning Team Lead works with a team of Controls Commissioning engineers to design and integrate controls systems for industrial material-handling solutions and production lines. The Controls Commissioning Team Lead supervises a team of engineers who travel regularly to job sites (customer facilities) to support the onsite commissioning of TGW’s material-handling solutions. This position works closely with the other Controls Commissioning Team Leads and reports to the Manager of Controls Commissioning.

What you’ll be handling

  • Guides team of Controls Commissioning Engineers and performs supervisory tasks including scheduling, review and approval of timecards, time-off requests, expense reports, and performance management activities (with support of manager).
  • Leads the design, development, and commissioning of control systems using PLCs and HMIs to meet project requirements.
  • Writes and debugs PLC code and HMI applications to ensure proper functioning of control systems.
  • Integrates control systems with other components such as sensors, actuators, and communication networks (Ethernet/IP, Profinet, etc.).
  • Conducts in-house emulation testing to verify system performance and troubleshoot any issues that arise prior to going onsite for commissioning.

What you’ll need

  • Bachelor’s degree in Controls-related field (Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science) or equivalent work experience.
  • Five (5) or more years of hands-on Controls Engineering experience, preferably in material-handling, industrial, or warehouse environment.
  • Robust knowledge of PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers) and HMI (Human-Machine Interface) systems.
  • Thorough understanding of electrical and mechanical principles, with the ability to read e-drawings and AutoCAD drawings.
  • Prior experience in formal or informal leadership roles.
  • Demonstrated experience working on full design-to-production project lifecycles.

What you'll receive

TGW offers full medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401K with company match, tuition reimbursement, competitive pay with PTO package offerings, along with safety shoe, protective eyewear, and fitness reimbursement.

TGW is an equal opportunity employer.

*TGW is an employer that promotes equal opportunities. We invite everybody interested in this job to apply.

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