Lincoln Electric is seeking a skilled Controls Engineer for our Shelby Township, MI site. In this role, you will lead software development and troubleshooting for industrial automation equipment while interacting with customers and ensuring project timelines are met.
Key Responsibilities
Design PLC software and HMIs for industrial automation equipment.
Debug and troubleshoot PLC software and HMIs.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain project timelines and critical path milestones.
Maintain task lists and reports of open items.
Maintain project design documentation and prepare customer deliverables.
Ensure the controls engineering process is tracked and followed.
Assist customers and local tradespeople in troubleshooting equipment issues.
Conduct end-user training on equipment operation.
Required Qualifications
Electrical engineering degree preferred; mechatronics degrees will also be considered.
Minimum of two years of experience as a Controls Engineer.
Knowledge or education in electrical circuits, schematic reading, design, and troubleshooting.
Experience with electrical CAD systems, such as AutoCAD Electrical and/or ePLAN.
Experience in design with Rockwell Logix 5000 or Siemens S7-1500 family processors.
Experience in computer programming languages, such as VB, C/C++, or C# preferred.
Experience with PLC programming in ladder and structured text.
Experience programming HMIs (Rockwell and Siemens preferred).
Proficiency in Microsoft applications, such as Word and Excel.
Travel required: approximately 30% domestic and international.
Weekend work may be required based on project schedules.