Controls and Automation Engineer

ITS (Integrated Talent Strategies) • Full-time • Shelby Charter Township, Michigan, United States • $95k - $115k / year • 3m ago

ITS is working with a growing manufacturing leader to find a Controls and Automation Engineer. This position will collaborate with Engineering and Maintenance to set up, install, and maintain automation and controls projects.

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Responsibilities

Manage budgets and CAPEX for automation and controls projects
Troubleshoot electrical issues
Develop and integrate PLC, FANUC robotics, and HMI programs
Oversee project management and manufacturing cell design
Handle specialized contract maintenance and inventory management
Manage and troubleshoot electrical systems and malfunctioning equipment
Conduct preventative maintenance on robots
Propose cost-saving measures related to automation
Implement projects to enhance uptime and throughput
Train and develop off-shift support staff
Identify needs for controls-based computers and software
Establish a company-wide controls strategy
Support launches, changeovers, and process improvements
Upgrade equipment controls and electrical systems
Work with various software and hardware versions
Develop and train department members

Qualifications

Pass pre-employment screening
Effective communication skills
Bachelor's Degree or related experience in Electrical, Mechanical, or Mechatronics Engineering
7+ years of experience in Maintenance or Controls/Automation
Strong electrical and electronics troubleshooting skills
Experience in high-volume manufacturing or automotive industry preferred
Proficiency in Fanuc Robotics, Allen-Bradley and Siemens Logic, Keyence & Cognex Camera systems, Laser Engraving systems, and HMI
Strong problem-solving ability

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $95,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person