Job Description
We have an outstanding career opportunity for aControls Engineer to join a leading Company located in the Southfield, MIsurrounding area. As a Controls Engineer, you will play a critical role in designing, implementing, and continuously improving advanced manufacturing and automation systems. You'll work at the intersection of controls engineering, automation, and operational excellence-driving performance, reliability, and innovation across production environments. This role offers hands-on technical ownership, cross-functional collaboration, and the opportunity to influence both current operations and future expansion.
Job Responsibilities:
+ Analyze machine performance and operational requirements using PLC-based control systems to ensure optimal functionality and efficiency. + Plan, coordinate, and execute assigned automation and controls projects from concept through commissioning, tracking progress and results. + Develop, manage, and forecast capital investment budgets related to controls and automation initiatives. + Serve as the primary technical interface with automation, robotics, and capital equipment suppliers to select and implement control solutions. + Provide controls engineering guidance for new equipment selection, system upgrades, and long-term scalability. + Integrate and network PCs and PLCs using industrial communication protocols (TCP/IP, Ethernet/IP). + Provide timely controls support to troubleshoot issues and minimize production downtime. + Lead and promote lean manufacturing principles, including 5S, OEE, Kanban, Visual Factory, and TPM, to drive operational excellence. + Identify and implement automation and process improvements to increase safety, quality, throughput, and efficiency. + Collaborate internally and externally on controls-related communications, including technical presentations, design reviews, capacity analysis, and feasibility studies. + Partner with Purchasing to evaluate new suppliers, technologies, and automation solutions to maintain a competitive advantage. + Benchmark industry best practices in automation and controls and help incorporate them into internal standards. + Mentor and support Maintenance Technicians, helping to build technical skillsets and strengthen overall team capability. + Support an inclusive workplace by participating in reasonable accommodations as needed to enable essential job functions. Basic Hiring Criteria:
+ Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Programming, or a related technical field. + At least 2 years of experience as a Controls Engineer or Maintenance Technician in a manufacturing or industrial environment. + 2-4 years of hands-on PLC programming experience, including: + Allen-Bradley MicroLogix, SLC 500, and ControlLogix (5000 series) + Manual assembly cells, automated assembly systems, and Power & Free conveyor systems + 2-4 years of experience programming vision systems (e.g., Cognex, DVT, Keyence). + 2-4 years of experience developing and maintaining HMI applications (Allen-Bradley PanelView / PanelView Plus). + At least 2 years of experience working in JIT, SPD, ILVS, or batch manufacturing environments, including broadcast and demand-driven production logic. + Experience with both manual and automated assembly systems, including mechanical and control system integration. + Strong technical skillset including Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint, AutoCAD, RSLogix 5000, RSLogix 500, and FactoryTalk View. + Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently and cross-functionally. Military connected talent encouraged to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visithttp://www.tadpgs.com/candidate-privacy/orhttps:
//pdsdefense.com/candidate-privacy/ The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: + The California Fair Chance Act + Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance + Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers + San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
