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Job Description
Position: Controls Engineer (Remote)
Location: Remote (Travel required; relocation not necessary) Southwestern Michigan preferred
Company: PTS Automation
About PTS Automation
PTS Automation is a leading provider of customized automation solutions for a wide range of industries including manufacturing, automotive, pharmaceuticals, and more. We specialize in designing and implementing cutting-edge control systems that help optimize processes, enhance productivity, and drive efficiency for our clients.
Job Description
PTS Automation is seeking a talented and experienced Controls Engineer to join our growing team. In this role, you will design, develop, and implement control systems for a variety of automation projects across multiple industries. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver tailored, high-performance solutions that meet and exceed client expectations.
This position requires a creative thinker with excellent problem-solving abilities and strong communication skills. The ideal candidate is self-driven and comfortable working independently while supporting both internal teams and customers.
Responsibilities

• Program, and implement control systems using PLCs, HMIs, servo drives, VFDs, vision systems, and mobile robots (both traditional and autonomous).
• Perform system integration, testing, and troubleshooting to ensure high performance and reliability.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and software engineers for seamless system integration.
• Provide field engineering support for system retrofits and upgrades.
• Support project teams and customers during design reviews, installations, commissioning, and maintenance.
• Travel to customer sites for system start-up and troubleshooting support.
• Travel requirement: 50–60% overnight and local travel.
• Stay current on emerging technologies and advancements in control engineering.
  

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in a related technical field.
• Proven experience designing and programming control systems using PLCs and HMIs (Omron, Rockwell, and Mitsubishi platforms preferred).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage projects with minimal supervision.
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Prior experience in automation or manufacturing is preferred.
  

Benefits

• Competitive salary package
• Company car or vehicle allowance (with gas included)
• Health and life insurance coverage
• 401(k) with company matching
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Performance-based incentive pay (bonuses and overtime opportunities)
• Signing bonus and relocation assistance available
  

Join Us
If you’re passionate about automation and excited to work on innovative engineering projects, PTS Automation invites you to apply. Be part of a team that's shaping the future of automation technology.
Company Description
Precision Tools Service, Inc. is a global supplier of machine tools, maintenance replacement items for machinery, measuring instruments, vending solutions and much more.
PTS is a subsidiary of Toyo Corporation who has been supplying to the Japanese automotive industry since 1955. Today they operate globally in North America, Thailand, Czech Republic, Australia, Indonesia, China, Mexico and India.
Precision Tools Service, Inc. is a global supplier of machine tools, maintenance replacement items for machinery, measuring instruments, vending solutions and much more. PTS is a subsidiary of Toyo Corporation who has been supplying to the Japanese automotive industry since 1955. Today they operate globally in North America, Thailand, Czech Republic, Australia, Indonesia, China, Mexico and India.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Wholesale Import and Export

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