Control Systems Design Engineer

Job description

The Howmet engines business produces world-class aerospace engine components, including investment castings, fasteners, rings and forgings. Our vacuum melted superalloys, machining, performance coatings and hot isostatic pressing for high performance parts enable the next generation of quieter, cleaner and more fuel-efficient aerospace engines. Able to supply more than 90% of structural and rotating aerospace engine components.

Responsibilities

Join a collaborative engineering team that designs, builds, and commissions control systems for custom industrial equipment—including automation systems, robotic cells, and innovative production machines. This role involves electrical schematic design, PLC/HMI programming, and system integration from concept through commissioning and is based out of our Whitehall, Michigan location.

Primary Responsibilities

• Design electrical control systems for industrial machinery Develop AutoCAD Electrical schematics for panels and machines Program PLCs and configure HMI/SCADA interfaces
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate systems
• Support commissioning and troubleshooting at production sites
• Manage work within project budgets, schedules, and documentation
• Ensure compliance with CE, NEC, NFPA 70E/79, and safety standards

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or Mechatronics Ability to travel up to 25% Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires US person status

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years in machine design, system integration, or manufacturing is highly desired PLC programming experience (Allen Bradley Logix / Studio 5000) preferred Experience with Servo Systems (Rockwell Automation Kinetix) HMI/SCADA experience (Ignition, Wonderware, LabVIEW, PanelView)
• Knowledge of electrical distribution systems
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical Experience with industrial robots (Motoman, Fanuc)
• Familiarity with NEC, NFPA 70E, and NFPA 79
• Proven ability to balance several projects at one time