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Controls Engineer

Revel Staffing
Posted 6 months ago, valid for 22 days
Location

Detroit, Wayne 48279, MI

Salary

Competitive

Contract type

Full Time

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  • We are looking for a Controls Engineer to design, implement, and support industrial automation systems in mine operations.
  • Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field and at least 5 years of experience in industrial controls and automation.
  • The role involves working with PLC/HMI/SCADA systems, drives, instrumentation, and plant network infrastructure, requiring strong troubleshooting and commissioning skills.
  • The position offers a competitive salary, though the specific amount is not mentioned in the job description.
  • Flexibility in working hours is essential to meet project demands and support operational needs.

We’re seeking a Controls Engineer to design, implement, and support industrial automation systems across mine operations. You’ll work on PLC/HMI/SCADA, drives, instrumentation, and plant network infrastructure—supporting both daily reliability and new capital projects. This role requires strong troubleshooting skills, hands-on commissioning experience, and the ability to flex hours as project support demands.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and implement automated control systems with automatic and manual operating modes

  • Develop and integrate HMI solutions for operator control/monitoring (e.g., PanelView, Wonderware, Ignition)

  • Establish and maintain a Factory Information System for real-time operational data access across mine operations

  • Provide technical support to integrate standalone equipment into centralized control systems

  • Partner with operations and maintenance to improve system reliability, uptime, and safety

  • Troubleshoot and optimize PLCs, drives, instrumentation, and industrial networks

  • Support commissioning for new equipment installs and capital projects

  • Maintain documentation and ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality requirements

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (or related discipline)

  • 5+ years experience in industrial controls/automation

  • Proficiency with:

    • Allen-Bradley ControlLogix PLCs

    • PowerFlex drives

    • HMI platforms such as PanelView, Wonderware, and/or Ignition

  • Experience with SCADA, industrial networking, and Windows/VMware infrastructure

  • Strong troubleshooting/analytical skills (root cause + corrective action mindset)

  • Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally

  • Ability to work flexible hours to support projects and operational needs

Preferred Qualifications

  • CMMS experience

  • Comfortable supporting 1st and 3rd shift needs (flex schedule / off-hours commissioning)

  • Familiarity with MSHA and federal mining regulations






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