Full-time
PLC Automation Engineer
Posted on 07 March 26 by Patrick Woolpert
- Grand Rapids, Michigan
- $ - $
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Job Description
Description: We are placing an experienced PLC Automation Engineer with our client in Grand Rapids.
Responsibilities:
• Participate in designing, programming, and commissioning of control systems for automated solutions
• Provide on-site installation support and system commissioning at client facilities
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex control system issues during startup and ongoing operations
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure timely delivery of control system solutions
• Conduct system testing, validation, and documentation
• Provide technical support and training to customers and internal teams
• Maintain and update control system documentation and drawings
• Interface with clients to understand requirements and provide technical expertise
Required Qualifications/Skills:
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in PLC controls and design
• Proficiency in PLC programming (Allen-Bradley)
• Understanding of industrial communication protocols and networking
• Knowledge of motor controls, variable frequency drives, and power distribution
• Flexibility and willingness to travel for project work
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Strong communication and customer service abilities
• Manage and report on installations and commissioning
Travel Requirements:
• Up to 40% travel required
• Travel primarily for installation, commissioning, and support activities
Responsibilities:
• Participate in designing, programming, and commissioning of control systems for automated solutions
• Provide on-site installation support and system commissioning at client facilities
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex control system issues during startup and ongoing operations
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure timely delivery of control system solutions
• Conduct system testing, validation, and documentation
• Provide technical support and training to customers and internal teams
• Maintain and update control system documentation and drawings
• Interface with clients to understand requirements and provide technical expertise
Required Qualifications/Skills:
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in PLC controls and design
• Proficiency in PLC programming (Allen-Bradley)
• Understanding of industrial communication protocols and networking
• Knowledge of motor controls, variable frequency drives, and power distribution
• Flexibility and willingness to travel for project work
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Strong communication and customer service abilities
• Manage and report on installations and commissioning
Travel Requirements:
• Up to 40% travel required
• Travel primarily for installation, commissioning, and support activities