Blue Chip Talent
Senior Engineering Talent Acquisition Specialist | Embedded SW in Metro Detroit area (Infotainment and Autonomous)
We’re partnering with a leading industrial automation company that is growing their engineering team and seeking a Controls Project Engineer with strong experience in distributed control systems and electrical design.
This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys being hands‑on with automation design, field equipment integration, and working on complex industrial systems that include distributed VFDs, remote I/O, and networked field devices.
Key Responsibilities
Design and develop
distributed control system architectures , including field I/O, networked VFDs, and control panels.
Create and review
electrical design drawings , schematics, and panel layouts.
Configure and program PLCs, HMIs, and network communications (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profibus, etc.).
Collaborate with project managers, design teams, and clients to ensure system performance and reliability.
Support system commissioning, troubleshooting, and field startup activities.
Ensure designs comply with electrical and safety standards (NEC, UL, NFPA 70E, etc.).
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
3+ years of experience in
controls system design ,
electrical design , or
automation engineering .
Hands‑on experience with
distributed control systems (DCS)
or
PLC‑based architectures .
Proficiency with
Rockwell/Allen‑Bradley ,
Siemens ,
ABB ,
Emerson , or
Honeywell
platforms.
Experience designing and implementing
remote I/O ,
distributed VFDs , and
field instrumentation .
Strong understanding of
industrial networking
and
fieldbus communication
systems.
Preferred Experience
Familiarity with tools such as Studio 5000, RSLogix, FactoryTalk, or TIA Portal.
Previous work in
industrial automation ,
process control , or
manufacturing environments .
Ability to manage multiple projects and interface directly with customers.
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This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys being hands‑on with automation design, field equipment integration, and working on complex industrial systems that include distributed VFDs, remote I/O, and networked field devices.
Key Responsibilities
Design and develop
distributed control system architectures , including field I/O, networked VFDs, and control panels.
Create and review
electrical design drawings , schematics, and panel layouts.
Configure and program PLCs, HMIs, and network communications (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profibus, etc.).
Collaborate with project managers, design teams, and clients to ensure system performance and reliability.
Support system commissioning, troubleshooting, and field startup activities.
Ensure designs comply with electrical and safety standards (NEC, UL, NFPA 70E, etc.).
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
3+ years of experience in
controls system design ,
electrical design , or
automation engineering .
Hands‑on experience with
distributed control systems (DCS)
or
PLC‑based architectures .
Proficiency with
Rockwell/Allen‑Bradley ,
Siemens ,
ABB ,
Emerson , or
Honeywell
platforms.
Experience designing and implementing
remote I/O ,
distributed VFDs , and
field instrumentation .
Strong understanding of
industrial networking
and
fieldbus communication
systems.
Preferred Experience
Familiarity with tools such as Studio 5000, RSLogix, FactoryTalk, or TIA Portal.
Previous work in
industrial automation ,
process control , or
manufacturing environments .
Ability to manage multiple projects and interface directly with customers.
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