Automation Controls Engineer - Experienced

Posted 12 Days Ago
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Holland, MI
5-7 Years Experience
Automotive
The Role
The Automation Controls Engineer will design, develop, and debug control systems for custom automation equipment across various industries. Responsibilities include creating electrical layouts, collaborating with teams, and ensuring customer satisfaction. A focus on quality and creative problem-solving is essential.
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The Koops Controls Engineers design, develop, and debug controls systems for custom automation equipment across a diverse range of industries (automotive, medical, aerospace, construction, etc.). We are seeking a talented, creative, self-motivated individual to add to our team. From robot programming to having a long conversation about the best hiking trails in Michigan - there is never a dull moment with this team!

At Koops, we aren't only recruiting employees - we are looking for fellow owners because we are employee owned (ESOP)

Requirements

The ideal Automation Controls Engineer candidate has:

  • Experience working with electrical design software, PLCs, HMIs, robots, motion control, pneumatics, and vision systems.
  • Experience in producing electrical layout and detail drawings/schematics in computer-aided-design software.
  • The ability to collaborate cross functionally to develop equipment designs.
  • Communication skills to understand the customer’s need and coordinate solutions within the talented Koops’ team.
  • Team mindset and desire to work together through employee ownership (ESOP).
  • Professional presentation and focus on quality and customer satisfaction.
  • A high standard of integrity.
  • An ability to use creative problem solving skills to help provide solutions to our customers. 
     

Candidates should have

  • Four-year engineering degree or applicable work experience.
  • 5+ years of Controls engineering experience in automation.
  • Willingness and ability to travel up to 15%.
     

If you enjoy working as a part of an engaged team – please apply! In exchange for your time and hard work, Koops offers you:

  • A team that promotes professional and personal growth
  • A place where you and your work is valuable 
  • An encouraging work culture
  • Ownership in the company
  • Competitive wage
  • Competitive Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Wellness Incentive 
  • Cutting edge technology 
  • Electric vehicle charging available 

At Koops, we aren't only recruiting employees - we are looking for fellow owners because we are employee owned (ESOP)

The Company
HQ: Holland, MI
221 Employees
On-site Workplace

What We Do

Specializing in factory automation systems, Koops designs and builds innovative special machines and automated equipment for leading, world-class manufacturers across a broad array of industries.

Excellent customer support, rock solid engineering solutions and reliable project management have been the hallmark of our business.

Our services include 3D mechanical design, electrical/controls design, project management, production line integration, service and support.

We have received the distinction of being named ESOP Company of the Year by The ESOP Association of Michigan for 2016.

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