MRINetwork is Hiring a Sr Controls Engineer Near Joseph, MI
Senior Controls EngineerReports to Director of Engineering Job DescriptionSummary/ObjectiveA Senior Controls Engineer uses their knowledge of custom automation and precision machining as a member of a team of sales professionals, managers, designers and builders to develop world-class automation systems. These machines are uniquely designed assembly, inspection, and test systems for industries that demand precision assembly for their components. Some of the industries we serve include automotive, aerospace, defense, medical equipment, pharmaceutical, and industrial component manufacturers. Job Duties
A Senior Controls Engineer will take responsibility for the design effort on assigned projects
under the direction of the Director of Engineering. It shall typically include, but not be limited to
the following:
Prepare control systems designs and utilizing AutoCAD prepare drawings which include power
distribution, PLC, main and station panel layouts, console layouts, pneumatics, hydraulics, and
instrumentation.
Write and document software.
Review and take ownership of budgets and schedules. Work with the Project Manager to
develop cost to completes and release dates.
Coordinate with the Controls Assembly Department during the build phases of the project to
provide efficient and timely solutions to problems.
Lead and develop the Controls Design Department through mentorship of Level I and Level II
Controls Engineers. This includes facilitating formal and informal training on products and
software
Develop preliminary projects schedules
After power-up, debug software to develop the machine into a “production worthy” system.
Participate as a team member during the installation phase of the project.
Communications - Allen Bradley: RSNetworks, RSLinx, Ethernet, ControlNet, DeviceNet.
Siemens: Profibus.
Robotics - Adept V , QuickBasic, Python, C
Servos - Allen Bradley: Kinetics 6000, SEW: Motion Studio.
Application Development - Visual Basic v4.0, v5.0, v6.0, National Instruments LabWindows
Required Education And Experience
An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
Bachelors' degree in engineering desired but not required.
7 years’ experience in controls engineering related to custom automation.
At least 3 years of design experience utilizing AutoCAD software required.
Supervisory Responsibility This position will lead and develop Level I and Level II Controls Engineers in their group or department on a day-to-day basis.