Senior Controls Engineer

Role summary / purpose This role is for a Controls Engineer supporting the development and build of a final assembly cell. This is a hands-on, execution-focused role — the ideal candidate is self-sufficient navigating Siemens PLCs, comfortable taking direction from a project lead, and able to pick up tasks and run with them independently while working alongside a team of engineers. Key responsibilities • Program and debug the assembly cell • Work hands-on with Siemens PLCs, servos, and pneumatics to troubleshoot and debug equipment during build • Take direction from the project lead while managing assigned tasks independently • Collaborate closely with a team of other engineers through the build and debug phases • Support installation and commissioning at the customer facility Requirements – education & experience • Bachelor's degree preferred • 5–7 years of controls engineering experience • 3+ years hands-on Siemens PLC experience (required) Required skills • Siemens PLC and servos • Ignition HMI • Pneumatic motions • Comfortable working independently while taking direction from a lead • Strong team collaboration skills Employment details – type, location, hours • Contract position through June 2027 • 100% onsite in Holland, Michigan during programming/debug phase • Standard hours: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM • 45–50 hrs/week to start, ramping to approximately 60 hrs/week during install • Installation phase tentatively mid-January – end of February, on a 2 weeks on / 1 week home rotation