Software Controls Engineer

Engineering Technology Associates, Inc.Sterling Heights, MI🇺🇸United StatesPosted Sep 20, 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

Advance your career in a hybrid role where you'll lead improvements to sophisticated control systems, directly impacting equipment performance and integrating cutting-edge IT solutions. This position is ideal for a mid-senior engineer eager to develop problem-solving expertise and collaborate within a reputable technology firm. Embrace this exciting opportunity to shape the future of manufacturing technology!

Quick Overview

Seniority

Mid Senior

Employment type

Full Time

Work mode

Hybrid

Location

Sterling Heights, MI, United States

Posted

15 hours ago

Job Description

Position Description:

Develop and implement improvements to control systems and equipment using Factory Information Systems (FIS) data

• Lead problem solving in resolving equipment performance issues

• Lead trouble shooting; coordinate resources to find root cause and fixes, manage and breakdown problems into items that can be validated • Assist in the training of manufacturing personnel and plant electricians

• Assist in integration of controls into IT systems like Factory Information Systems (FIS), Error Proofing, QWX, and QTS.

• Troubleshoot machinery, robot, automation, and controls issues and downtime • Use FIS plant monitoring software to review cycle times of equipment

• Review and coordinate project installations

• Reprogram equipment for engineering changes and improvements

• Maintain program backups for machinery and automation

• Program new installations of automation, machinery, material handling, and robots

• Review risk assessments as part of a team evaluating equipment