Axis Automation · 1 day ago
Senior Controls Engineer
Grand Rapids Metro
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$100K/yr - $125K/yr
5+ years expAxis Automation is a company that focuses on complex automation systems. They are seeking a Senior Controls Engineer who will design, program, commission, debug, and deploy automation systems while mentoring junior engineers and managing project life cycles.
Industrial EngineeringManufacturingRobotics
Responsibilities
Develops PLC (ladder/structured text), HMI, simulations, and robot programs that meet cycle-time, quality, and safety targets
Simultaneously supports several projects that may be in different phases (design, build, debug, runoff) while maintaining task clarity and responsiveness
Drives assigned project segments from concept through runoff; maintains task lists, adheres to budgets, and supports on-site startup
Applies department coding/electrical standards and proposes incremental improvements for review by Technical Leads
Coaches Level 1-3 engineers during code reviews and debug, mentors interns and co‑ops on best practices, training, and overall workload, and delivers “lunch-and-learn” sessions as requested
Interfaces with Mechanical, Build, Electrical, and Project Management teams to align scope and resolve integration issues
Leads root-cause analysis on complex debug issues, escalating issues as needed
Presents technical details to customers, clarifies specifications, and works with vendors on component selection
Willing to travel approximately 10% - 20%
Champion Our Operating Principles: You will be expected to actively embody and uphold our ten Operating Principles, which guide our every action and decision at Axis Automation. These principles are key to our culture and success
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Controls, or related engineering field preferred
5+ years in controls/automation, with multiple full-project life-cycles delivered
High-level competency in electrical and pneumatic schematics and safety-circuit design
Advanced proficiency in PLC ladder logic, structured text, and program execution
Solid robot programming across at least one major OEM; able to adjust paths and optimize cycle time
Builds and applies cell simulations to check collision risks, estimate cycle times, and correlate results with shop-floor performance
Competent with motion control (VFDs, servos, auxiliary robot axes)
Able to validate hard-wired and programmable safety to RIA/ANSI standards
Experienced in HMI design across common environments (e.g., FactoryTalk View, Ignition)
Provides informal leadership through mentoring, code reviews, and example-setting; may act as technical lead on small project teams
Excellent communicator with project teams, cross-functional stakeholders, customers, suppliers, and junior engineers, translating technical details into clear, actionable information
Recognized 'go-to' troubleshooter in wiring, controls theory, program execution, and robotics; leverages data to drive solutions
Sets the tone for collaboration—shares knowledge freely, steps in during crunch periods, and reinforces a culture of mutual support
Consistently meets deadlines, delivers thorough hand-offs, and upholds quality & safety standards without close supervision
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
Immediate eligibility upon hire
Company
Axis Automation
Axis Automation is a mechanical engineering company that offers robot programming, machine assembly, fabrication, and production services.
51-200 employees
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