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Junior Controls Engineer in Troy, Michigan at HMS Products

Salary: $70000 - $80000Job Function: Engineering
HMS Products
Troy, Michigan, 48083-1904, United States
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Job Description

Position Overview

The Controls Engineer is responsible for the design, development, programming, and commissioning of custom automation systems. This role provides advanced technical expertise in controls engineering, ensuring robust, scalable, and safe control solutions that meet client specifications in automotive, manufacturing, and other advanced industries.

Key ResponsibilitiesTechnical Leadership
  • Lead the design and programming of PLC, HMI, and motion control systems for complex automation projects.
  • Develop and review system architectures, I/O layouts, and software design documentation.
  • Ensure controls and software systems comply with all applicable standards (NFPA 79, NEC, ANSI/RIA, ISO, safety PLC).
  • Integrate, simulate, and test automation systems both in-house and on-site.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex automation issues; support installation and start-up at customer facilities.
Project Execution
  • Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and project management teams to ensure cross-functional alignment and on-time delivery.
  • Define technical scope and support project planning, budgeting, and scheduling.
  • Manage engineering change requests and maintain version control of all code and documentation.
  • Support proposal generation and quoting for new projects by estimating controls/software engineering effort.
  • Ensure projects comply with customer specifications, internal standards, and safety requirements.
Continuous Improvement
  • Champion continuous improvement in controls development practices (e.g., modular code, version control, simulation tools, diagnostics).
  • Evaluate and implement emerging automation technologies (IIoT, Industry 4.0, data analytics, vision systems, safety integration).
  • Promote best practices for code reuse, documentation, and testing procedures.
  • Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and technicians.
Qualifications

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Software, Mechatronics, Automation, or related field. (preferred but not required)
  • 5+ years of experience in industrial automation or custom machine controls.
  • Proficiency with PLC/HMI programming (Allen-Bradley ControlLogix, Siemens TIA Portal, etc.).
  • Strong understanding of electrical design, safety circuits, and machine standards.
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills.
  • Ability to travel to customer sites (10–20%) for installation and commissioning support.
  • Experience with C# and microsoft visual studio is preferred.

Job Location

Troy, Michigan, 48083-1904, United States

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