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Are you a talented Controls Engineer/PLC Programmer looking to take your automation expertise to the next level? An established industrial automation company in Traverse City, MI, is seeking a skilled professional to join its innovative team, designing and programming sophisticated automated equipment and integrated production systems! In business since 1986, this company offers a collaborative, hands-on environment with approachable ownership, no micromanagement, and exciting opportunities to work with cutting-edge robotics and industrial control technologies!
Qualifications and responsibilities for this Controls Engineer/PLC Programmer position include:
- 5+ years of experience in manufacturing automation and controls engineering, with a background in robotics and industrial automation; relevant education in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, Industrial Technology, or equivalent practical experience.
- Strong PLC programming experience with Allen-Bradley CompactLogix, ControlLogix, and GuardLogix control systems.
- Proficiency in HMI development, configuration, and integration with PLCs, industrial networks, and communication protocols.
- Solid understanding of industrial robotics, sensors, drives, safety circuits, and the ability to interpret electrical schematics, control panel layouts, and mechanical drawings.
- Design, program, test, and commission PLC-based control systems for automated machinery and integrated manufacturing production lines.
- Develop control logic and HMI interfaces, troubleshoot and debug PLC programs, and optimize system performance to meet customer specifications.
- Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and controls engineering teams, prepare technical documentation, and support equipment installation, startup, and ongoing technical service.
- Ability to travel nationwide approximately 35% of the time for customer installations and support; regular schedule is Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–4:00 PM.
Salary: $90,000 - $130,000 per year, commensurate with experience.
Benefits: This full-time, permanent, direct-hire position offers great benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance through Aetna with 80% employer coverage of medical insurance, a 401(k) with a 50% employer match on the first 6% contributed, and 96 hours of PTO (negotiable). Additional benefits include company-paid travel arrangements covering hotels, airfare, and rental cars, a company credit card for meals and fuel, no out-of-pocket travel expenses or personal vehicle use required, and relocation reimbursement for eligible moving expenses up to IRS-approved limits upon submission of receipts.
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