Controls Engineer

My name is Jessica Birndorf, a Recruiter with SCN (

We are partnering with our client who is a global automotive supplier, looking for a Controls Engineer.

Company Highlights:

• Founded in 1946
• Today has a global platform with locations in Europe, Asia, and Africa
• Employs over 500 employees worldwide
• The company has revenue of $5 Billion
• Industries: Automotive

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain control systems for automated production lines.
• Program, configure, and optimize PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers) and HMIs (Human Machine Interfaces) for manufacturing equipment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to control systems and automation processes.
• Collaborate with production, maintenance, and engineering teams to enhance equipment performance and reliability.
• Implement continuous improvement strategies to reduce downtime, enhance product quality, and improve efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and maintain up-to-date documentation of control systems and processes.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for system failures.
• Support the installation, testing, and commissioning of new equipment and upgrades.
• Stay current with the latest control technologies, industry standards, and best practices.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in control systems engineering, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in PLC programming (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, or similar).
• Experience with HMI development and SCADA systems.
• Strong understanding of industrial automation, instrumentation, and electrical systems.
• Familiarity with robotics and motion control is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, and technical documentation.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in automotive manufacturing or related industry.
• Familiarity with Industry 4.0 concepts, IoT, and data analytics for manufacturing optimization.
• Project management experience in automation or control systems.

What is Being Offered:

• Challenge: designing, implementing, and optimizing control systems used in our manufacturing processes.
• Location: Portage, MI (Onsite)
• Competitive salary
• Relocation Package
• Comprehensive Health, Medical and Dental benefits
• Paid Vacation
• 401K with Matching

If you are interested and qualified, please send your updated resume as a MS Word document, and how you fit this specific position

Thank you for your consideration!