Controls Design Engineer - 27232

iMPact Business Group offers an onsite Controls Design Engineer opportunity in Holland, Michigan. The position features a competitive hourly rate of USD 34 to 41, along with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, retirement, and work-life balance.

The role centers on designing and implementing control systems for custom equipment, developing and debugging PLC programs in ACADE and Allen-Bradley environments, and reading and modifying code as needed. This is a Holland-based position with hands-on involvement in modern automation projects.

Our client is a leader in engineering, manufacturing, and installation of custom equipment and integrated systems. The Level 1 PLC and ACADE Controls Designer will join a collaborative team focused on advancing control solutions and delivering reliable automation for diverse applications.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Responsibilities

• Design and implement control systems and automation for custom equipment and integrated systems.
• Develop PLC programs from scratch using documentation such as sequence of operation, order acknowledgement write-ups, ACADE wiring diagrams, and P&ID diagrams.
• Read, interpret, and modify PLC code produced by others as needed.
• Create electrical control systems for automated equipment to ensure smooth operation.
• Install and configure peripheral devices, maintaining optimal functionality.
• Collaborate with the control systems engineering department manager to support team goals and project success.

Requirements

• Minimum three years of experience with the Allen-Bradley family of PLCs.
• 3+ years of experience in controls system design using ACADE.
• Proficiency in PLC programming with exposure to platforms beyond Allen-Bradley, such as Siemens, Automation Direct, or Modicon, based on relevance and experience.
• Strong understanding of AC/DC electrical systems and the ability to read and interpret ACAD electrical drawings.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Willingness to travel overnight and on weekends, with customer site travel averaging around 30%.

Technologies

• Allen-Bradley
• ACADE
• Siemens
• Automation Direct
• Modicon
• ACAD
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Outlook