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Controls Engineer

Controls Engineer position available in the Eaton Rapids, Michigan area working for an established manufacturing company.

This is a direct hire opportunity with a salary range of $82k to $90k. Day shift position. Will supervise, manage and maintain controls on existing and incoming machinery at the facility.  

The controls engineer will support personnel from maintenance and other departments in resolving issues with equipment in order to facilitate production and promote continuous improvement.  Is responsible for designing, developing, implementing, and supporting electrical and control systems for an automotive manufacturing environment, with a focus on production.

Key Responsibilities for the controls engineer position:
-Design, develop, and troubleshoot electrical and control systems ranging from high-voltage AC to low-voltage DC.
-Develop and implement control solutions for integrated die-cast cells, including die-cast, robotics, cooling, trimming, conveyors, and machine vision.
-Support and improve controls for secondary production equipment.
-Specify and support the installation and commissioning of new manufacturing and quality equipment.
-Develop and maintain equipment documentation and manufacturing information systems.
-Provide technical expertise, hands-on troubleshooting support to manufacturing and other departments.
-Research and implement new technologies to improve productivity, quality, and reliability.
-Develop and maintain expertise in die-casting processes and technology.
-Lead or support engineering projects and other special assignments as required.

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Qualifications & Skills for the controls engineer position:
-Demonstrated experience in machine controls design and Allen-Bradley PLC   programming, including ladder logic and peripheral systems.
-Robotic controls and programming experience preferred.
-Controls engineering/project management experience preferred.
-CAD/CAM, AutoCAD, or related drafting experience is an asset.
 Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and related software is an asset.
-Strong troubleshooting, communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
-Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage priorities.
-Willingness to work hands-on in the manufacturing environment and flexible   hours as required.

Education & Experience:
-High school diploma or equivalent required.
-Skilled trade certification (Millwright or Industrial Electrician) highly desirable.
-College or university education in electrical engineering technology or a related   field highly desirable.
-10+ years of controls engineering experience highly desirable.

Work Environment:
-Must be able to meet the physical demands of the position and work effectively   in an automotive manufacturing environment.
-Standard schedule is 40 hours per week, with overtime as required.

 

Trillium has been recruiting and placing professionals for over 30 years. From Fortune 100 companies to small businesses, our philosophy remains the same: to achieve excellence by providing quality employees and an uncompromising level of service. We believe in honesty, integrity, and a simple philosophy of providing value to our customers and our employees. We strive to be unsurpassed in the recruitment and placement of quality and skilled professionals. Trillium is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Trillium offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes the ability to participate in health insurance and retirement plans, paid holidays, state required leave, and other leave, if applicable. Trillium’s offerings are dependent on the state in which the assignment is located, length of time worked, and may change depending on assignment. Benefit packages for direct hire placements vary based on the client company.

 

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