Process Controls Engineer
Farmingto Hills, MI, US
Engineering
Bachelors Degree
Full Time, Temporary
50-55hr
Experienced (Non-Manager)
On-site
Engineering Services
First Shift (Day)
Farmingto Hills, MI, US
50-55hr
Experienced (Non-Manager)
Full Time, Temporary
Engineering Services
On-site
Engineering
Bachelors Degree
First Shift (Day)
Job details
Process Controls Engineer
- Location: REMOTE perfer Lansing / Warren, MI (Remote – 85% Work from Home, ~15% On-Site)
- Temp to hire – 50-55hr – (1.5 OT and benefits)
- Must work without sponsorship
Company Overview
We are a leading instrumentation and controls integrator headquartered in Michigan with a long-standing reputation in the industry. Our company continues to grow while delivering industrial automation and process control solutions for municipal and industrial facilities across the state.
Position Overview
We are seeking a Mid-Level Process Controls Engineer with 3–10 years of hands-on experience designing, programming, and commissioning industrial control systems. This role primarily supports industrial process while providing exposure to a wide variety of challenging automation projects.
This position is largely remote, with occasional travel to client sites for commissioning, troubleshooting, and project startup activities.
Key Responsibilities
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Design, program, and commission PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems for water/wastewater and industrial process applications
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Develop PLC programs using platforms such as Rockwell RSLogix / Studio 5000, Siemens Step 7 / TIA Portal, or Opto 22 PAC Control
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Develop and maintain SCADA applications using Trihedral VTScada, Inductive Automation Ignition, or GE Vernova iFIX
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Design electrical control panels in compliance with UL508A standards
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Perform Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)
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Configure and troubleshoot industrial networks including:
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Managed Ethernet switches
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VLANs
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VPN tunnels
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Cellular routers
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Firewalls
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Integrate field devices using industrial protocols such as HART, PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, and Modbus TCP
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Provide on-site startup, commissioning, and client training
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Collaborate with electrical contractors, general contractors, and project stakeholders
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Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, and scope development for new projects and proposals
Preferred Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field
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Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
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4–8 years of experience programming and commissioning PLC/SCADA systems in water/wastewater or industrial environments
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Hands-on experience with VTScada, Ignition, or GE Vernova iFIX
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Strong knowledge of Allen-Bradley ControlLogix / CompactLogix or Siemens S7 platforms (Opto 22 experience is a plus)
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Familiarity with industrial networking, including:
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Managed switches
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VPN configuration
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Cellular routers
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Firewalls
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Network security best practices
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Ability to read and redline P&IDs, loop diagrams, and network architecture drawings
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Valid driver’s license and ability to pass background checks required for municipal and industrial facilities
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