Senior Control Systems Engineer

Our client, a global leader in friction welding solutions, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Control Systems Engineer to join their innovative team in South Bend, Indiana. With a rich history dating back to 1926, our client provides critical friction welding solutions across multiple industries, including Aerospace, Automotive, Military, Oil & Gas, and Mining. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with advanced technology in a company renowned for its customized solutions and significant global presence.

The Senior Control Systems Engineer will be an integral part of a collaborative engineering team, responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining electrical and software systems for custom-built friction welding machines. This role requires a strong background in special-purpose machinery design, with experience in electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems. You will be tasked with creating electrical schematics, programming logic, and providing technical support throughout the machine's lifecycle.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement control systems for friction welding machines.
• Develop, code, test, and debug system software, ensuring seamless machine start-up and operation.
• Interpret control system requirements from customer specifications and develop corresponding technical documentation.
• Design Human Machine Interface (HMI) programs and robot programs for material handling.
• Create detailed design documentation, including machine setup, operation instructions, and technical specifications.
• Provide technical support to service technicians and customers as needed.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of controls programming standards and methodologies.
• Advocate for safety control systems integration using Siemens and Allen-Bradley technologies.

The ideal candidate is a technical expert with a detail-oriented mindset, exceptional communication skills, and a strong work ethic. You should be a self-starter capable of working independently while maintaining a high level of professionalism and customer service.

• Proficiency in programming languages such as Ladder Logic and ST/SCL for machine control.
• Experience with Siemens and Allen-Bradley safety control systems.
• Strong ability to create, read, and edit electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed.
• Strong attention to detail and results-driven mindset.

• Experience with PLC/Motion Control Programming (Logix Designer, Studio 5000, TIA Portal, Simotion Scout).
• HMI Design experience (FactoryTalk View Studio, WinCC).
• Familiarity with SINUMERIK configuration and AUTOCAD Electrical or ePLAN for schematic design.

• 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health Savings Account (H.S.A.).
• Paid time off (20 days per year) and 10 paid holidays.
• Flexible working schedule.
• Life insurance and short-term disability coverage.
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education.
• Employee Assistance Program and voluntary uniform service.
• EV charging stations for employees.

This role is perfect for an engineer with a passion for cutting-edge technology and a drive to excel in a rapidly growing, innovative environment. If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding position with significant growth potential, we encourage you to apply.