Controls Commissioning Engineer II/III at TalentCompass Controls Commissioning Engineer II/III at TalentCompass in Wyoming, Michigan Posted in about 9 hours ago.

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full-time

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While we appreciate and review all applications, we are only able to respond to qualified applicants. Thank you for your understanding. Company Background Our client is a global provider of automated material-handling and logistics solutions, delivering advanced automation systems for warehouses, distribution centers, and production environments. The Position As a Controls Commissioning Engineer II/III, you will work as a senior member of the Controls Commissioning team, designing, developing, integrating, and commissioning control systems for automated material-handling solutions and production lines. This hands-on role combines controls engineering, PLC/HMI programming, system integration, testing, troubleshooting, and onsite commissioning. You will regularly travel to customer sites to support project commissioning and will also serve as a technical resource for the team, providing mentorship and guidance to junior Controls Engineers.

Primary responsibilities include:

Design, develop, and commission control systems using PLCs and HMIs to meet project requirements. Write, debug, and optimize PLC code and HMI applications to ensure reliable system performance. Integrate control systems with sensors, actuators, communication networks, and other automation components, including Ethernet/IP and Profinet. Conduct in-house emulation and testing to verify system performance and troubleshoot issues before onsite commissioning. Perform onsite commissioning, testing, troubleshooting, and startup of automated material-handling and production systems. Provide technical support for installed systems, including preventative maintenance and system upgrades. Serve as a subject matter expert and provide informal mentorship and guidance to junior members of the Controls Commissioning team. Create and maintain documentation related to controls design, testing, commissioning activities, and system modifications. Work across the full design-to-production project lifecycle, supporting successful project execution and delivery. Travel extensively to customer projects, both domestically and internationally. Qualifications and Candidate Background The ideal candidate will have: 5+ years of hands-on Controls Engineering experience, preferably in material handling, industrial automation, manufacturing, or warehouse environments. Bachelor's degree in a Controls-related field such as Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent work experience. Strong knowledge of PLCs and HMIs, with hands-on experience developing and troubleshooting industrial automation and control systems. Strong understanding of electrical and mechanical principles, with the ability to read electrical and AutoCAD drawings. Experience working through full design-to-production project lifecycles. Demonstrated experience with controls commissioning, system integration, testing, and troubleshooting. Strong technical and communication skills, with the ability to work independently while collaborating with cross-functional project teams. Experience providing technical guidance or mentorship to other Controls Engineers. Knowledge of Siemens TIA Portal and C++ or another programming language is a plus. Ability to work safely and effectively in industrial and warehouse environments. Location This role is based in Grand Rapids, MI, with a travel-based work arrangement requiring 70-90% domestic and international travel. Your information will not be shared with any outside parties without your prior consent.