Control Systems Design Engineer

Engineering Position

Join a collaborative engineering team that designs, builds, and commissions control systems for custom industrial equipment—including automation systems, robotic cells, and innovative production machines. This role involves electrical schematic design, PLC/HMI programming, and system integration from concept through commissioning and is based out of our Whitehall, Michigan location.

Primary Responsibilities

Design electrical control systems for industrial machinery

Develop AutoCAD Electrical schematics for panels and machines

Program PLCs and configure HMI/SCADA interfaces

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate systems

Support commissioning and troubleshooting at production sites

Manage work within project budgets, schedules, and documentation

Ensure compliance with CE, NEC, NFPA 70E/79, and safety standards

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or Mechatronics

Ability to travel up to 25%

Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires US person status

Preferred Qualifications

3+ years in machine design, system integration, or manufacturing is highly desired

PLC programming experience (Allen Bradley Logix / Studio 5000) preferred

Experience with Servo Systems (Rockwell Automation Kinetix)

HMI/SCADA experience (Ignition, Wonderware, LabVIEW, PanelView)

Knowledge of electrical distribution systems <600V

Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical

Experience with industrial robots (Motoman, Fanuc)

Familiarity with NEC, NFPA 70E, and NFPA 79

Proven ability to balance several projects at one time