Controls Engineer

Detroit Salt Company

$75K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field
  • 5+ years of experience in industrial controls and automation
  • Proficient in Allen-Bradley ControlLogix PLCs and PowerFlex drives
  • Experience with HMI platforms like PanelView and Wonderware
  • Familiar with SCADA systems and networking
  • Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities
  • Excellent communication and collaborative skills

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement automated control systems
  • Develop PLC programs from scratch
  • Create and integrate Human-Machine Interfaces for monitoring
  • Establish Factory Information System for real-time data access
  • Provide technical support for centralized control systems
  • Collaborate with teams to ensure system reliability
  • Troubleshoot and optimize PLCs and network infrastructure
  • Support commissioning of new equipment and projects

Benefits

  • Flexible working hours based on project needs
  • Opportunity for cross-functional collaboration
  • Involvement in significant capital projects
  • Potential exposure to advanced automation technologies
  • Supportive team environment focused on system safety and reliability
Full Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
Reporting to the Maintenance Superintendent the incumbent will be an integral part of the Maintenance Department and responsible for applying engineering principles to design, modify, or develop facilities, testing, machines, equipment, or processes used in processing or manufacturing products by performing the following duties.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Design and implement automated control systems with both automatic and manual modes.
  • Develop PLC programs from scratch.
  • Develop and integrate Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs) for operator control and monitoring.
  • Establish and maintain a Factory Information System for real-time data access across mine operations.
  • Provide technical support for integrating standalone components into centralized control systems.
  • Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to ensure system reliability and safety.
  • Troubleshoot and optimize PLCs, drives, instrumentation, and network infrastructure.
  • Support commissioning of new equipment and capital projects.
  • Maintain documentation and ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards.


Qualifications and requirements: Required

  • Applicants must have current authorization to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in industrial controls and automation.
  • Proficiency with Allen-Bradley ControlLogix PLCs, PowerFlex drives, and HMI platforms (e.g., PanelView, Wonderware, Ignition).
  • Experience with SCADA systems, networking, and Windows/VMware infrastructure.
  • Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
  • Ability to work flexible hours based on project and support needs.
  • Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.


Qualifications and requirements: preferred

  • CMMS Experience.
  • Ability to work weekends
  • Knowledge of federal mining laws (MSHA).
  • Knowledge of mining methods and in use and operation of related equipment.
  • Knowledge in the installation, basic maintenance, or operation of mine ventilation and materials processing/handling systems and/or mine shaft maintenance.


Physical requirements

  • Must be able to climb ladders, steps, crawl, and bend regularly.
  • Must be able to lift and carry up to fifty pounds regularly.
  • Must be able to wear proper PPE including steel toe shoes and safety glasses.
  • Must be able to work safely in varying temperatures outside year-round.

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