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Controls Engineer
Detroit, MI
Posted 11/8/2025
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Industry: Mining / Industrial Automation
Degree: Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering
Experience: 5+ years in Industrial Controls & Automation
Role: Controls Engineer ⛏️
Join a recognized leader in the mining industry as a Controls Engineer where you'll design and implement automated control systems that power critical mine operations. This role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge industrial automation technology, developing Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs) and establishing Factory Information Systems for real-time data access across mine operations. You'll collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to ensure system reliability and safety, troubleshoot and optimize PLCs, drives, instrumentation, and network infrastructure, while supporting commissioning of new equipment and capital projects. Work with excellent company leadership in an organization known for brand recognition and significant room for career growth.
Requirements: 🎓
✅ Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field required
✅ Minimum 5 years of experience in industrial controls and automation
✅ Proficiency with Allen-Bradley ControlLogix PLCs and PowerFlex drives
✅ Experience with HMI platforms including PanelView, Wonderware, or Ignition
✅ Hands-on experience with SCADA systems, networking, and Windows/VMware infrastructure
✅ Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills for complex automation systems
✅ Ability to work flexible hours based on project and support needs (first and third shift capability preferred)
✅ Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
✅ CMMS experience preferred
✅ Knowledge of federal mining laws (MSHA), mine ventilation systems, and materials processing/handling systems is a plus
What's in it for you? 💼
✅ Competitive annual salary of $105,000 to $115,000
✅ Join a company with excellent leadership and strong brand recognition in the mining industry
✅ Significant room for career growth and professional advancement
✅ Design and implement automated control systems with both automatic and manual modes
✅ Work with cutting-edge technology including PLCs, SCADA systems, and advanced HMI platforms
✅ Provide technical leadership for integrating standalone components into centralized control systems
✅ Support high-impact capital projects and new equipment commissioning
✅ Collaborative environment working with operations and maintenance teams
Confidential Placement 🔍
This role is a confidential placement for a leading mining operations team. We will manage your application with the highest level of privacy and professionalism.
Location: Detroit, Michigan, USA (On-site position)
Note: Client is not willing to sponsor work authorization. No relocation assistance provided.
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