Controls Engineer

About the role

This position is a Contract to Hire Controls Software Engineer based out of Winn, MI. The company builds a range of heavy equipment and is seeking a Controls Software Engineer to develop software for updates, changes, and new product development for equipment using Parker IQAN.

Responsibilities

• Developing software modules and control logic for ensuring machines operate safely, efficiently, and reliably.
• Integrating electrical and hydraulic systems and delivering real-time feedback to operators.
• Developing, testing, and troubleshooting machine control software for both new product development and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Writing and maintaining code for machine functionality, diagnostics, and operator interfaces; developing control algorithms; and designing integrated control systems that coordinate software, sensors, electrical components, and hydraulics.
• Simulating and debugging software prior to implementation, validating performance at both bench and machine levels, and diagnosing and resolving software and control system issues to ensure optimal performance and reliability.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience developing controls software for physical systems (machines, equipment, or vehicles).
• Experience with PLC or controls platforms (e.g., CODESYS, IQAN, Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar).
• Experience with programming languages or tools such as C/C++, MATLAB, or Simulink.
• Ability to develop and debug control logic (sensor inputs, actuator outputs, sequencing, PID, etc.).
• Experience troubleshooting electrical/control systems (modules, sensors, valves, I/O, wiring).
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• PLC programming.
• Experience with: construction equipment, automotive systems, agricultural equipment, or industrial machinery.

Work Environment

The environment involves fabrication, welding, machining, and assembly-heavy manufacturing. Some travel to customer locations or dealer sites may be required, totaling less than 20% of the time, with only a few trips a year, primarily within the country.

Work Hours

Work hours are flexible, starting between 6:30 AM and 8:00 AM.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.46 - $49.52/hr. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Requirements

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment.

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