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# Controls Hardware Engineer

- **Company:** LJ Inc.
- **Location:** Swartz Creek, MI, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, AutoCAD, Fieldbus, Ethernet, Microsoft Office, Control Structures, Process Control Systems
- **Published:** July 20, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/jobad/us822d754cb42d7e5ab8422ed39215b3e1

## About the Role

* Standard industrial panel designs & components
 * Wiring methods
 * Power distribution wiring
 * Communications layout
 * Voltage levels and types and their isolation
 * MS Office Suite
 * Fieldbus Technologies (ex: Ethernet, IOLink)
 * Machine labeling syntax of electrical wiring, components, hoses, etc. and how to document this information in the schematics
 * Component sizing and wiring
 * Interfacing and communication with devices; analog, fieldbus, etc.
 * Risk Analysis, * One or more of the following:
 * 3 years of on the job working in AutoCAD and Excel
 * 3 years of on the job work experience in controls design, primarily focused in Industrial Automation
 * Understand and able to apply CE, UL, NFPA, RIA, etc. electrical requirements and standards to designs
 * Knowledge of electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic schematics and how these systems interact
 * Ability to adapt to/learn new controls technology and software
 * Ability to work effectively and efficiently with minimal supervision
 * Understanding and communicating technical details

Special Position Requirements

 * Requires excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to find ways to work under pressure and still make deadlines without cutting corners or endangering the integrity of the equipment and/or the employer as a whole.
 * Willingness to participate in internal training to expand technical background
 * Organizational skills and the ability to multi-task, taking on several projects at once.
 * Capable of reading electrical drawings in JIC as well as IEC standards
 * Requires ability to interact professionally with other departments, customers and suppliers
 * Ability to analyze problems, specify solutions and implement solutions.

Work Environment

 * Operation in a professional office environment as well as machine build environment
 * Expectation of an average of 40 - 50 hours per week
 * Ability to travel up to 5%
 * Ability to work in a standing position for long periods

## Description

The Controls Hardware Engineer is responsible for the design, documentation, and the building of standard and customized industrial control systems for Automation Equipment. This position requires a strong technical ability in the fields of controls and electrical design and is for a motivated individual who enjoys a variety of responsibility. A drive to learn and expand skills and responsibilities is a must.
Primary Functions and Responsibilities

 * Documentation of electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and cooling systems (i.e.: schematics, ladder diagrams, etc.)
 * Work with other members of the control systems design department and other groups to continuously improve methods of integrating controls technology, with the goals being enhanced safety, enhanced functionality, and reduced cost
 * Must have knowledge and experience using AutoCad to design controls and electrical hardware specific to customer project requirements


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