Manufacturing Controls Engineer (hardware/software)
Be sure to follow our LinkedIn company page! ► https://www.linkedin.com/company/valegroup/Vale Group, a nationwide specialized recruitment firm, has partnered with a company based in Farmington Hills, MI, who is actively searching for an experienced Controls Engineer to work onsite for an opportunity paying up to $105,000 annually, based on experience, with flexibility for the right individual. This role supports a high-precision manufacturing environment focused on advanced machine tool and process systems, where the engineer will own both controls software and hardware responsibilities within a small engineering team. The position is ideal for someone with strong industrial controls experience in precision machinery, machine tools, or specialized manufacturing systems (not robotics-focused automation), and who can support design, startup, commissioning, debugging, and customer-facing technical execution.Benefits of the Controls Engineer include: Excellent career growth opportunity as well as highly competitive benefits, including 3 weeks PTO, 12 federal holidays, excellent BCBS medical coverage with very low out-of-pocket cost, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) match, and additional company-sponsored benefits.Requirements of the Controls Engineer:8+ years of controls engineering experience within precision manufacturing, machine tool, or similar industrial equipment environmentsBachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Computer Science, or related field preferred; equivalent applied engineering experience consideredStrong experience with both controls software and controls hardware design in a manufacturing settingProficiency with PLC and controls programming such as Ladder, STL, SCL, G-code, Visual Basic, or C/C++Strong experience with Siemens and/or Allen-Bradley platforms, including tools such as Step 7, TIA Portal, Sinumerik 840D, Studio 5000, FactoryTalk, or similar systemsStrong hardware design knowledge including electrical, pneumatic, and fluid-related controls design; EPLAN and AutoCAD experience requiredSolid understanding of industrial communication networks such as Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Profibus, Canbus, RS232, and RS485Strong problem-solving ability, customer communication skills, and the ability to work independently while collaborating closely with project teamsResponsibilities of the Controls Engineer:Lead controls engineering activities across both software and hardware for high-precision manufacturing equipmentDesign, modify, and support electrical, pneumatic, and fluid-related controls systems for new and existing machineryDevelop, troubleshoot, commission, debug, and run off machine controls with minimal supervisionPartner with mechanical engineering and project management on design decisions, project timelines, and technical executionRead and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings to support implementation, revisions, and system optimizationSupport motion control integration, network communications, and machine startup through final acceptanceInterface with customers during meetings, shop-floor activities, and installation or acceptance phases as requiredSupport adherence to internal engineering standards, project quality expectations, and continuous improvement effortsSupport the engineering team as neededIf this sounds like you or someone you know, click Apply or share the job today!Disclaimer: By applying to a position at Vale Group, you consent to receive SMS text messages about this or related jobs. Message rates may apply. Opt-out anytime by replying STOP. Terms and Privacy Policy are on our website.#INDHP