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Controls Engineer

Homer, MI, USAFull-time2026-06-18 → 2026-11-13
Based in United States

Core

Design, commission, test, and debug controls systems for packaging equipment, including developing PLC, HMI, and motion control programs.

Role type

Controls Engineer (Packaging Automation)

Builds

Packaging equipment automation systems

Domain

Manufacturing / Packaging / Industrial Automation

Required skills

PLC programming, HMI design, Motion Control programming, RSLogix 500/5000, Pneumatics, I/O devices, AC/DC drives, Servos, Network communications, BOM creation, CAD/Detail drawings

Preferred skills

Packaging equipment experience, Other controls software, Mechanical design collaboration

Technologies

RSLogix 500, RSLogix 5000, PLC, HMI, Motion Control, Pneumatics, I/O, AC/DC drives, Servos

Responsibilities

Commission, download, test and debug controls systems on packaging equipment; Create full design packages including BOM, detail drawings, assembly drawings and layouts; Develop PLC, HMI and Motion Control programs; Provide technical support to service department and customers; Research and evaluate new controls products; Confers with mechanical design and manufacturing personnel; Educate and train other employees.

Seniority

Mid-level (3-5 years experience)