Senior Controls Engineer

Are you a hands-on Controls Engineer that is capable of producing top-quality work, works well with the team, as well as customers? If so, please read on About Us Driven Engineered Solutions is a niche services company that designs, engineers, fabricates, and integrates solutions for the industrial sector. We take on your biggest (and smallest) challenges and solve them proactively using creativity, teamwork, and grit. We get to the root of the problem and ensure that our solution adds real value to your bottom line. We dedicate ourselves to finding optimal outcomes for the long term. We conduct ourselves with the highest level of professionalism, where the safety of our customers and our team is the first priority, and our goal is to get our work right the first time and every time. As a company, we strive to perfect our approach to drive efficiency, knowing that every second counts for you and your business. About the Job The Senior Controls Engineer shall be capable of working directly with electrical control systems and hardware integration. They must be well versed in using PLC programming products, such as those made by Allen-Bradley, Automation Direct, and Siemens, which integrate with multiple input and output sources to create automated control systems. This position requires hands-on development and interaction with team members to develop automation requirements and transform them into effective production solutions. This is done with the use of software engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria, using judgment in making hardware & software adaptations and modifications. This position will be based out of our Canton, Michigan office.  Essential Duties & Responsibilities Define/design PLC ladder logic that supports the necessary controls interface, including all equipment safety parameters (ANSI, OSHA, and Customer Specific Requirements).  Document those designs using ACAD with industry-accepted notations and symbols. Designs include standard electrical diagrams, panel drawings, wiring schematics, HMI pages, and ladder logic where needed. Lead design reviews in-house and or with the customer.  Develop project bill of materials. Perform investigations and experiments to prove out new technology. Upgrade and repair existing controls/equipment. Troubleshoot control issues, including but not limited to PLC ladder logic, inputs, and outputs. This may require travel to a customer site and or online support.  Analyze plant processes, design and implement improvements.  Perform equipment start-up and verification, both on-site and at the customer site. Comply with all company (and customer) safety and personnel policies and adhere to OSHA safety standards. Support and participate in activities that enhance the current safety culture at the site. About You Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer programming, or related field is preferred.  Expert knowledge of ladder logic architecture focusing on Allen-Bradley, and/or Siemens, and/or Automation Direct software platforms. Strong experience with PLC Programming. Rockwell/Allen-Bradley PLC (ControlLogix and CompactLogix), PREFERRED . Siemens, Automation Direct and HMI experience are a plus. Thorough working knowledge of industrial control devices, including photo-electric sensors, proximity switches, solenoid valves, frequency and servo drives, and PLC I/O.  ACAD experience with drawing panel layouts, electrical schematics, and ladder logic. Demonstrated experience in commissioning new equipment with motion control, as well as remote and field support. Knowledge of AC Drives / VFD / HMI / Servo / PID and Motion Control is strongly preferred. Ability to travel up to 35% of the time at times of project implementation, and could require extended stays at various locations during those times. Must be able to work weekends and overtime when needed.  D-Riven Engineered Solutions, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Powered by JazzHR