Controls Engineer – Industrial Automation
Metric Geo · Lansing, MI
Tailor my CV for this job — freeAbout the Client:Metric is partnered with a leading industrial automation company specializing in custom automation systems and advanced manufacturing solutions. Their technologies support major automotive manufacturers through complex engineering, controls integration, and turnkey automation projects.
About the Role
This Controls Engineer role is ideal for experienced automotive controls professionals with strong technical expertise and leadership capabilities. This position focuses on leading controls engineering activities, supporting project execution, and developing engineering resources. You’ll remain hands-on technically while overseeing multiple projects, troubleshooting customer issues, and ensuring successful delivery within demanding automotive manufacturing environments.
Key Responsibilities
Lead controls engineering activities across multiple automotive automation projects, providing technical direction and overseeing project execution.Manage and mentor controls engineers while coordinating resources, performance, training, and workflow.Support PLC programming, system integration, troubleshooting, and commissioning across automotive manufacturing applications.Work closely with customers, Project Managers, and engineering teams to resolve technical issues and maintain project timelines.
Qualifications
10+ years of controls engineering experience, ideally supporting automotive OEMs through automation suppliers or systems integrators.Strong working knowledge of controls standards, particularly GCCH, GCCS, and associated documentation requirements.Hands-on Allen-Bradley and Siemens PLC programming experience, ideally supporting general assembly and lift-assist applications.Previous experience as a technical lead, project lead, or working-level engineering manager.Strong communication and customer-facing skills, with the ability to manage escalations, defend technical decisions, and lead under pressure.Ability to work onsite in Lansing, Michigan, with limited travel.