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Process Controls Engineer
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A Process Control Engineer designs, operates and maintains process control systems in manufacturing companies. Works to ensure that production, quality assurance and safety requirements are met in manufacturing operations. Operates and maintains process control equipment and provides preventative maintenance. May create or maintain automation processes for a company.
$121,830 / year median in Michigan
+3% projected growth
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Process Controls Engineer Job Description The Process Controls Engineer supports municipal wastewater treatment projects from initial design through final startup and commissioning. You will take full ownership of projects, working independently across all phases of the project lifecycle, including control panel design, PLC programming, SCADA development, system integration, testing, and on-site startup support. Projects vary in size and complexity, offering a mix of remote design work and field-based startup activities, and provide an excellent opportunity to gain and deepen experience in municipal wastewater applications. Primarily remote work - outside of 25% travel to customers Responsibilities Design, program, and implement PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems for municipal wastewater treatment projects. Design and develop SCADA applications, including graphics, alarms, trends, and reports, using tools such as Trihedral VTScada, Ignition, or GE Vernova iFIX. Conduct system testing, simulation, and validation to confirm proper operation and performance prior to deployment. Provide on-site startup at customers, along with commissioning support, including system checkout, tuning, and troubleshooting. Essential Skills 4+ years designing and programmingPLC/HMI/SCADA
systems RSLogix, Siemens or Opto22 experience- opto22 is where they are weakest right now Hands-on experience with Trihedral VTScada, Ignition, or GE Vernova iFIX - ignition is where they are weakest right now Experience with Allen Bradley Work Environment The role offers a blend of remote design work and on-site field activities at municipal wastewater treatment facilities. Hours are approximately 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with flexibility for earlier or later start times, and an average work week of about 45 hours. Any hours worked over 40 in a week are compensated at time-and-a-half.Travel:
20-25%, primarily in Lansing/Detroit area, maybe a few overnights a year For day trips, fuel expenses are covered via a company credit card, and for overnight travel, employees receive a company credit card, hotel accommodations, and a daily meal per diem. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lansing, MI. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $50.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Lansing,MI.