Controls Engineer

Posted by Cooperidge Consulting Firm

Detroit, OH

Permanent

Cooperidge Consulting Firm is seeking a Controls & Automation Engineer for a top Industrial Mining & Materials leader in Detroit, MI.

This role is responsible for the design, implementation, and optimization of complex automated control systems within a high-capacity mining environment. The Engineer will develop centralized control architectures, integrate Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs), and maintain a real-time Factory Information System to ensure operational transparency across the site. This is a technical, hands-on position requiring expertise in Allen-Bradley systems and a commitment to maintaining safety and reliability standards in a critical industrial setting.

Job Responsibilities

System Design: Design and implement automated control systems featuring both automatic and manual override modes to ensure process continuity.
HMI Development: Develop and integrate sophisticated Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs) for real-time operator monitoring and system control.
Information Architecture: Establish and maintain a site-wide Factory Information System providing real-time data access across the entire mining operation.
System Integration: Provide advanced technical support for integrating standalone mechanical and electrical components into centralized SCADA control systems.
Troubleshooting & Optimization: Maintain and optimize PLCs, variable frequency drives (VFDs), instrumentation, and critical network infrastructure.
Capital Projects: Support the commissioning of new equipment and lead the technical execution of site-wide capital automation projects.
Cross-Functional Reliability: Collaborate with maintenance and operations teams to ensure all automated systems meet strict safety, environmental, and quality standards.

Requirements

Education

Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field is REQUIRED.

Experience

Minimum of five (5) or more years of experience in industrial controls and automation is REQUIRED.
Deep proficiency with Allen-Bradley ControlLogix PLCs and PowerFlex drives.
Extensive experience with HMI platforms (PanelView, Wonderware, or Ignition) and SCADA systems.
Strong background in industrial networking and Windows/VMware infrastructure.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of federal mining laws (MSHA) and mining methods.
Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
Background in the installation or maintenance of mine ventilation and material handling systems.

Skills & Requirements

Schedule Flexibility: Ability to work flexible hours, including potential first or third shift support based on project commissioning and site needs.
Communication: Superior cross-functional collaboration and technical troubleshooting skills.

Benefits