Lead Controls Engineer - Grand Rapids, United States - Opportunity Group, Inc.

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    Currently searching for a permanent Lead Controls Engineer for a growing and reputable Machine Builder in the Grand Rapids, MI area.

    Searching for a seasoned Controls Engineer who is interested in mentoring and leading other Controls Engineers and eventually managing the controls department.

    Position offers a wide variety of interesting projects in the

    automation industry. Travel is about 10%.
    Please send your resume to

    Responsibilities of the Controls Engineer
    Provide electrical solutions for robot automation, process, assembly, Welding and/or material handling equipment
    Design and program PLC and HMI software to meet requirements
    Program, troubleshoot and modify automation machines, robotics and vision systems
    Assist with start-up and technical support
    Project Engineer whole systems from start to finish
    Requirements of the Controls Engineer
    Bachelors of Electrical Engineering (BSEE) degree or Associates degree is preferred, but may not required with relevant experience
    Experience programming PLC's and HMI's. All levels of Controls Engineering experience will be considered
    Robotics programming experience is a plus
    Allen Bradley and Siemens experience is preferred
    SCADA experience is a plus
    Experience AutoCAD or Solidworks Electrical is a plus
    Experience integrating robotics, vision systems, hydraulics and pneumatics is a plus
    Robotic programming is a plus
    Able to work independently as well as within a team
    High attention to detail and accuracy
    Must be a US Citizen or have a Green Card

    Compensation and Benefits for the Controls Engineer position:
    $40 - 55/hour
    401k match
    Medical insurance
    Paid holiday, vacation and personal days
    Bonuses
    Company Description For over 20 years, Opportunity Group has worked with successful and reputable automation companies throughout West Michigan. Most of our clients design and build automation equipment or they are integrators. We are always looking for exceptionally talented and hard-working engineers, designers and managers.

    Company Description

    For over 20 years, Opportunity Group has worked with successful and reputable automation companies throughout West Michigan. Most of our clients design and build automation equipment or they are integrators. We are always looking for exceptionally talented and hard-working engineers, designers and managers.
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