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The ideal candidate has strong Allen-Bradley PLC experience, some exposure to Siemens, and an interest in leading a small controls team.\n\nWhat you’ll do:\n\nLead and mentor a team of Electrical / Controls Engineers.\n\nDesign and program Allen-Bradley PLCs and HMIs (ControlLogix / CompactLogix, FactoryTalk, etc.).\n\nIntegrate robots and vision systems into automated equipment.\n\nTroubleshoot and optimize control systems to improve reliability and uptime.\n\nOversee projects from concept through installation and runoff.\n\nManage controls-related component selection and ordering.\n\nCollaborate with Machine Designers and Project Managers to ensure projects are accurate, on time, and within scope.\n\nSupport customers as needed with minimal overnight travel (10%).\n\nWhat we’re looking for:\n\nProficiency with Allen-Bradley PLCs (MicroLogix, ControlLogix/RSLogix/Studio 5000), HMIs, and FactoryTalk.\n\nExperience with AutoCAD and SCADA is preferred.\n\n4+ years of PLC programming in an industrial automation environment.\n\nRobotics experience (any brand) is a plus.\n\nStrong mechanical aptitude and comfort being hands-on with equipment.\n\nProven ability to lead, coach, and develop other engineers.\n\nStrong troubleshooting, communication, and project-management skills.\n\nWillingness to travel overnight about 10%.\n\nMust be authorized to work in the United States (citizen or permanent resident).\n\nBSEE or related engineering degree is preferred but not required for candidates with strong relevant experience.\n\nCompensation & benefits:\n\nBase salary: $115,000 - $140,000 per year (depending on experience).\n\nComprehensive benefits package including 401(k), medical, dental, life insurance, bonus potential, and more.\n\nTo apply:\nEmail your resume to greatjobs@opportunitygroup.com with “Lead Controls Engineer” in the subject line\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Opportunity Group","rawCompany":"opportunity group","city":"Plainwell","state":"MI","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-16T03:15:05.474Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2199.05","title":"Mechatronics Engineers","slug":"mechatronics-engineers"},{"code":"11-9041.00","title":"Architectural and Engineering Managers","slug":"architectural-and-engineering-managers"},{"code":"17-2071.00","title":"Electrical Engineers","slug":"electrical-engineers"}],"industries":[{"code":"333248","title":"All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing","slug":"all-other-industrial-machinery-manufacturing"},{"code":"335314","title":"Relay and Industrial Control Manufacturing","slug":"relay-and-industrial-control-manufacturing"},{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Lead Controls Engineer","description":"We are seeking a Lead Controls Engineer for a custom machine builder near Plainwell, MI. 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