Job description

Controls Engineer - WITH LITTLE TRAVEL (0 <25% a month, if needed)

Full Time

Auburn Hills, MI, US

If you are passionate about automation with little travel ~ HERCO has the job for you!

HERCO is looking for an Entry-Level or experienced results-oriented, self-starter who can develop efficient PLC code from scratch and commission units into production. You’ll be working alongside HERCO’s Mechanical, Electrical Engineers and Service Technicians. HERCO is solid in creating new and existing capital equipment for the die-cast sector in the automotive manufacturing industry.

What is your typical day like?

• For Entry-Level or experienced candidate who provide software design as required for controls systems including PLC logic development or PC based control programming and HMI development.
• Perform pre-approval checks on software designs before submittal.
• Establish solid communication between PLC, HMIs, and any included peripherals.
• Perform Field I/O confirmation using Ethernet/IP or other communication mediums.
• Commission software onsite from HQ in Auburn Hills, MI 75%+ a month.
• Provide start-up/de-bug assistance during build and tryout.
• Able to wire industrial panels, help build the electrical portion of new equipment.
• Work with multiple internal teams to develop standard methods and designs for better efficiency and operation on next generation equipment.
• Building internal teams’ knowledge of advancing technology, and changing designs, utilizing new Smart HMIs and online OPC UA communication standards.

What HERCO expects from you:

• Engineering degree, non-negotiable.
• Open to Entry-level.
• Superior organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple simultaneous projects.
• Siemens and/or Allen Bradley PLC hardware or other software design experience with the ability to effectively change or add programming for better HMI functionality.
• Strong communications skills with the ability to work with cross-functional teams.
• Ideally, HERCO would like you onsite at our new facility in Auburn Hills, MI helping refurbish as well as assisting the design engineers on the newest release of HERCO’s creations. Availability to travel to customer in the Eastern Time Zone in North America and Canada, without restrictions, might be necessary for projects but not to exceed 25% in a month.
• Current passport required. New application must be completed within 30 days of hire.
• Various administrative duties subject to change.

Why you’ll like working for HERCO:

• HERCO cares for your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. If you need single coverage, HERCO provides 100% coverage of BCBS medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance and long-term disability ~ with no deductions from your paycheck! PTO 30 days to start, includes paid holidays (9), additional Parental Leave (10), EAP, LTD, STD, AD&D, HAS, Flex, Critical Illness, Hospital, Group accident, a traditional 401(k) with company match as well as a ROTH 401(k) is available, company laptop and apparel.
• We value employee development. HERCO will pay for multiple FANUC courses onsite at Rochester Hills campus: Send email to HERCO_HR@hercogroup.com for list.
• HERCO will pay for: Eplan (optional) and OSHA 10 (required) certifications. Our engineers are exposed to a variety of design technical challenges. Training and support are key for even the most experienced engineers to sharpen their saws to provide excellent creative solutions, safety and know how.
• HERCO foots the bill for numerous courses off site as well as lunch & learn virtual courses, local tours, trade shows and industry conferences to ensure you won’t be bored here! We are working hard to create career paths for our employees whether they want to mentor and lead in a management role or prefer to stay hands-on, your opinion matters here.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $60,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• No experience needed

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Auburn Hills, MI 48326: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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