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Commissioning Controls Engineer
Posted: 02/16/2026
Job Type:
Permanent/Direct Hire
Industry: Engineering
Job Number: 27107
Pay Rate: $ 80000.00 - $ 100000.00
Job Description
Our manufacturing client, a growing and highly respected manufacturing organization in Grand Rapids, MI, is seeking a Controls Engineer - Commissioning to join their expanding team. This is a hands-on, high-impact opportunity for a motivated professional ready to take ownership of automation projects from concept through installation.
If you enjoy seeing systems come to life on the production floor, solving real-world challenges, and collaborating with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, this role offers the exposure and growth you're looking for. You'll work onsite in a vibrant, innovation-driven setting while gaining valuable commissioning experience at customer facilities (up to 20% travel).
With competitive pay ranging and a comprehensive benefits package, this is a strong opportunity to build long-term career momentum in controls engineering and industrial automation.
What You'll Do
As a Commissioning Controls Engineer, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality automated systems that meet customer and company standards.
- Design, program, and configure PLC and HMI control systems for custom manufacturing equipment
- Commission and start up automated systems both onsite and at customer facilities (up to 20% travel)
- Collaborate with mechanical and electrical design teams to ensure seamless system integration
- Troubleshoot and resolve machine control system issues during build, installation, and production phases
- Support equipment validation, testing, and performance optimization
- Proactively identify potential design improvements to minimize rework and downtime
- Manage assigned project tasks to align with timelines and hour budgets
- Ensure systems meet safety standards and compliance requirements
- Provide technical support during installation and customer handoff
Job Requirements
We're seeking a technically sharp, solution-oriented professional who thrives in a team-focused manufacturing environment.
- 2-5 years of experience in the automation or manufacturing industry
- Experience with Allen-Bradley and/or Siemens PLC programming
- HMI programming and configuration experience
- Hands-on troubleshooting experience with machine control systems
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical documentation
- Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally
- Self-starter mindset with strong organizational and multitasking abilities
- Willingness to travel up to 20% for system installations and commissioning
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience commissioning custom automation or capital equipment
- Familiarity with industrial networks and communication protocols
- Exposure to robotics or motion control systems
- Experience supporting equipment on a production floor
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field
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