Project Controls Engineer

Liberty Personnel Services, Inc.

Job Details:

Project Controls Engineer

Detriot, MI

Role:

A growing industrial automation and engineering organization is seeking a Controls Project Engineer to support the design, development, and commissioning of automated process systems. This role focuses on PLC programming, control panel engineering, HMI/SCADA development, and project execution within a team environment.

The ideal candidate has hands-on controls engineering experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to support projects from design through startup and commissioning.

Responsibilities:

Develop, configure, and test PLC programs using Rockwell Automation platforms.
Interpret project specifications, P&IDs, and control requirements to support system design.
Develop control narratives, functional descriptions, loop drawings, and related engineering documentation.
Configure HMI/SCADA applications for system operation, diagnostics, and operator interface.
Design control panel schematics, enclosure layouts, and related electrical documentation.
Prepare panel layouts, load calculations, bills of materials, and project submittal packages.
Coordinate with project management, drafting, manufacturing, purchasing, and field service teams.
Support factory acceptance testing, site acceptance testing, commissioning, startup, debugging, and customer training.
Manage engineering deliverables across multiple projects while maintaining quality, accuracy, and schedule.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with at least 3 years of related controls experience
Experience with Rockwell Automation or Siemens PLC platforms, including Studio 5000, Logix500, or similar.
Experience with control panel design, electrical schematics, instrumentation, and industrial control systems.
Working knowledge of HMI/SCADA platforms such as FactoryTalk View or Ignition.
Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, project specifications, and engineering drawings.
Willingness to travel approximately 30% to customer and project sites.
Valid driver’s license required.

Travel:
This position will require up to 25-30% travel per year.

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Employment type
Full Time

Experience
Lead, Senior Associate

Job function
Engineering

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