Controls Engineer

Controls EngineerAs a Controls Engineer, you will be responsible for managing and consolidating electrical drawings, handling electrical control change requests, and designing automated control systems. You will also develop and integrate HMIs for operator control and monitoring, troubleshoot and optimize PLCs and related equipment, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.ResponsibilitiesTranslate field wiring into detailed drawings.Own and consolidate electrical drawings.Address electrical control change requests by operations.Generate instructions and drawings for field execution.Maintain single line diagrams.Manage and maintain PLC programs, PC, and software.Conduct annual thermal inspections.Design and implement automated control systems with both automatic and manual modes.Develop and integrate HMIs for operator control and monitoring.Troubleshoot and optimize PLCs, drives, instrumentation, and network infrastructure.Maintain documentation ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards.Essential Skills5+ years of experience in controls engineering.Proficient in PLC programming and troubleshooting, particularly with Allen-Bradley PLCs.Ability to work flexible hours based on project and support needs.Experience with SCADA and PowerFlex.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience with SCADA systems.CMMS experience.Knowledge of federal mining laws (MSHA).Understanding of mining methods and operation of related equipment.Knowledge in installation, maintenance, or operation of mine ventilation, materials processing/handling systems, and/or mine shaft maintenance.Why Work Here?This role offers a long-term opportunity with the potential to gain experience in a different industry from automotive, along with a bonus potential of up to 10%.Work EnvironmentThe position is on-site with an expected workweek of 50-55 hours, typically from 7 AM to 4:30 PM. Flexibility to work weekends and extra hours is required based on project needs. Currently, there are no other controls engineers on the team.Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Detroit, MI.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $110000.00 - $120000.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Medical benefits Morton Salt will be offering medical coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas City. You will receive your ID card in the mail and will have access to the nationwide BlueCard PPO provider networks for both medical plan options. Morton Salt is committed to helping you and your dependents maintain health and wellness by providing you with access to the highest levels of care. As a benefits-eligible employee, you have the opportunity to enroll in one of two medical plans offered by Morton Salt in the extensive national network of physicians and hospitals. We offer you a choice of two medical plan options: Preferred provider organization (PPO) plan with a $1,500 individual/$3,000 family deductible. Medical services and benefits have co-pays associated with them when you use participating providers. With the PPO plan, you will experience lower out-of-pocket costs when you seek services. Qualified high-deductible HSA plan with a $3,400 individual/$6,800 family deductible. All expenses go toward a deductible with a qualifying plan. There are no office visit co-pays. This plan allows you to elect a health savings account (HSA) to fund the medical expenses tax-free including an employer contribution. See page 14 for more information on an HSA. Both Morton Salt plans have embedded deductibles. This means that if you are covering dependents on the plan, each family member will only be responsible for meeting the individual deductible before their coinsurance kicks in 401K MatchWorkplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Detroit, MI.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Sep 15, 2026.