Senior Controls Engineer

Controls Engineer – Final Assembly CellWe are seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to join a build team supporting the development and commissioning of a custom final assembly cell in Holland, MI. This is a hands-on technical role where you will be directly involved in offline programming, system debug, and on-site installation at the customer's facility in Walker, MI. You will work as part of a collaborative engineering team while being self-sufficient in your day-to-day tasks and taking direction from a project lead.The machine being built consists of Allen-Bradley PLC/HMI, pneumatics, servo gantry and dispense equipment, Keyence vision systems, IR heater control, Fanuc robots, and pallet and tray conveyor systems.ResponsibilitiesDevelop and execute offline PLC and robot programs for a custom final assembly cellProgram and configure Allen-Bradley PLC and HMI systems using Studio 5000 and FactoryTalk ViewProgram and troubleshoot Fanuc robotic systems including TCP setup, path programming, and fault recoveryIntegrate and configure Keyence vision systems within the automation cellSupport servo gantry motion control programming and tuningDebug and validate all systems prior to and during installationTravel to and support on-site installation and commissioning at the customer facility in Walker, MITroubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and controls-related issues during build and install phasesCollaborate with mechanical, controls, and project engineering teams to resolve technical issuesParticipate in daily project meetings and communicate progress and concerns to the project leadMaintain accurate documentation throughout the build and commissioning processWork ScheduleStandard hours: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PMExpect 45–50 hours/week during build phaseRamp up to approximately 60 hours/week during installationRequired Qualifications3–5 years of controls engineering experience in an industrial automation or machine tool environmentAllen-Bradley PLC/HMI experience(Studio 5000 / RSLogix 5000, FactoryTalk View)Fanuc Robot experienceAbility to work independently and be self-sufficient while taking direction from a project leadStrong troubleshooting and problem-solving skillsComfortable working hands-on with PLCs, robotic arms, and automation equipment dailyPreferred QualificationsExperience with Keyence vision system integrationServo motion control experienceFamiliarity with pneumatic systems and dispense equipmentExperience supporting machine builds from offline programming through on-site installation and customer buy-offStrong understanding of conveyor systems — pallet and tray configurations