Controls Hardware Engineer Job at Balance Technology Inc (BTI) in Whitmore Lake

We are a leading manufacturer of precision measurement and testing equipment, and we are looking for a Controls Hardware Engineer to join our growing team. 2+ years of experience designing industrial control systems, preferably for custom machinery or automation systems ~ Proficient in EPLAN (preferred) and/or AutoCAD Electrical for control panel and schematic design ~ Experience designing electrical , pneumatic , hydraulic , and other power delivery systems ~ Familiar with UL, NFPA79, or IEC standards for industrial control panels ~ Comfortable collaborating with mechanical and software teams during the machine design lifecycle ~ Experience with machine wiring, hardware selection, and bills of material is a plus ~ Knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, sensors, and VFDs is helpful but not required Technical degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or similar Experience supporting machine builds or troubleshooting wiring in the field Exposure to machine safety design, lockout/tagout systems, or risk assessments Design control panels, schematics, and system layouts using EPLAN (preferred) and/or AutoCAD Electrical Create electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic diagrams to support custom machine builds Select components including fuses, breakers, relays, valves, and sensors based on application and standards Collaborate with mechanical and controls engineers to ensure seamless system integration Provide support during machine builds, wiring checks, and commissioning Maintain up-to-date documentation and BOMs throughout the project lifecycle Practical understanding of how systems are built and wired on the shop floor Interesting, custom machine projects—not the same thing every day Opportunity to grow into system-level design or multi-disciplinary engineering Send your resume — and if you have a sample drawing set or project portfolio, even better. We’d love to hear about the machines and systems you’ve helped bring to life.