Mechatronics Controls Engineer
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| Verified Pay check_circle | Provided by the employer$68-$72 per hour |
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| Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
| Location | Kalamazoo, MI Kalamazoo, Michigan open_in_new |
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Job Description
Job Description
Title: Mechatronics Controls Engineer
Location: Kalamazoo, MI or Bethlehem, PA
Position Type: Contract to Hire (Longevity Desired)
Position Type: Contract to Hire (Longevity Desired)
Compensation: $68-72 per hour
Benefits: A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, paid holidays, a 401(k), employee ownership (ESOP)
Travel: Up to 25%, including domestic and international travel
You’ll have the opportunity to work on new product development from concept through prototype, testing, validation, and commercialization, rather than simply supporting existing production equipment. This role combines controls engineering, PLC programming, electrical systems, mechatronics, intelligent diagnostics, connectivity, and automation.
Key Responsibilities
- Guide controls and electrical engineers in executing controls architecture strategies for new product development initiatives.
- Define and develop controls architectures for mechatronic systems, including connectivity, remote monitoring, intelligent diagnostics, and automation.
- Lead platform and device selection based on product performance, scalability, modularity, and reliability requirements.
- Integrate electrical, mechanical, and controls components to deliver complete system functionality.
- Develop, modify, and maintain PLC programs using platforms such as ABB Automation Builder, Allen-Bradley, CODESYS, Unitronics, and related technologies.
- Translate product and system requirements into effective controls solutions and technical specifications.
- Support validation planning, testing, troubleshooting, and performance verification.
- Enhance product functionality through innovative diagnostics, connectivity, and intelligent control capabilities.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation, validation records, design specifications, technical reviews, and engineering best practices.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
- Experience with control systems, mechatronic product development, industrial power systems, control panels, or related technologies.
- Demonstrated success developing new products, technologies, or engineered solutions from concept through prototype, testing, and validation.
- Strong PLC programming and controls logic development experience.
- Ability to travel up to 25%, including domestic and international travel.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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Full-time Jobs Part-time Jobs Gig Jobs Posting ID: 1308497311 Posted: 2026-11-11 Job Title: Mechatronic Control Engineer