Looking to pivot into an exciting new role where hands-on engineering meets real-world innovation? Step into an opportunity that will sharpen your technical skills, challenge your problem-solving mindset, and launch your career in industrial automation.

Were partnering with a forward-thinking manufacturing solutions company seeking a Junior Controls Engineer to join their engineering and technology team in Grand Rapids, MI. This is a full-time, onsite position ideal for a curious, mechanically inclined professional ready to grow in automation, motion control, and system integration. Youll work under the mentorship of experienced engineers, contributing directly to machine builds and advanced stamping systems that drive modern manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in programming and troubleshooting PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Mitsubishi, etc.)

• Support electrical panel wiring, installation, and commissioning of automation systems

• Tune and optimize motion systems, sensors, and I/O under senior guidance

• Participate in Factory and Site Acceptance Testing (FAT/SAT) of machinery

• Help integrate PC-based systems, vision tools, and data software with industrial controls

• Make logic adjustments to ladder code under supervision

• Contribute to machine assembly, shop testing, and on-site startup support

• Maintain and update engineering documentation, SOPs, and as-built records

Recommended Qualifications:

• Familiarity with ladder logic and PLC systems

• Exposure to HMI development and electrical design tools

• Basic competence in reading schematics and panel layouts

• Mechanical aptitude with a hands-on approach to machinery

• Clear communicator with a team-first mindset

• Interest in expanding knowledge into PC integration and industrial data systems

Preferred Background:

• 13 years of experience in controls, automation, or manufacturing environments

• Associates or Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related fields

• Practical experience with machine builds or control panel assembly

• Willingness to travel occasionally for customer support or installations (1015%)

Titles That Might Align With Your Background:

• Junior Controls Engineer

• Machine Integration Engineer

• Automation Technician (Engineering Track)

• Electrical & Controls Engineering Associate

• Entry-Level Controls Programmer

If you're eager to pivot your early engineering experience into a role that offers real impact, hands-on learning, and a path toward technical mastery, this is your moment. This team values curiosity, initiative, and a drive to grow. If that sounds like you, its time to explore this opportunity.