About this opportunity
Americhem lists this Controls & Electrical Engineer opportunity in grand rapids, Michigan. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Description Job Description About Americhem
Americhem is a globally recognized designer and manufacturer of custom color masterbatch, functional additives, engineered compounds, and performance technologies. Our business is built around delivering Performance, Solutions, and Trust through close collaboration with customers seeking to optimize their polymer products. All of our products are backed by complete technical support that ensures quality, reliability, and value.
Position Summary
Americhem is seeking a hands-on and technically strong Controls & Electrical Engineer to support the design, implementation, and commissioning of industrial automation and electrical systems across our manufacturing facilities. This role will focus heavily on PLC programming, electrical controls design, automation integration, and plant process improvements.
The Controls & Electrical Engineer will partner closely with operations, maintenance, engineering, and external vendors to execute capital projects, troubleshoot manufacturing systems, improve equipment reliability, and support continuous improvement initiatives. This position plays a key role in supporting operational efficiency, equipment performance, and automation standardization across the organization. This is an exciting opportunity for an engineer who enjoys solving complex technical problems, working directly in manufacturing environments, and leading projects from concept through startup.
Key Responsibilities
Controls & Automation Engineering
Design, program, and implement industrial control systems for manufacturing equipment and processes
Develop and maintain PLC, HMI, and SCADA programs utilizing platforms such as Allen Bradley, Siemens, or similar systems
Troubleshoot and resolve controls-related issues impacting plant operations and equipment performance
Lead automation improvement initiatives focused on increasing reliability, reducing downtime, and improving production efficiency
Support integration of new equipment into existing plant control systems
Develop electrical schematics, control narratives, and technical system documentation
Support standardization of controls architecture and automation systems across manufacturing facilities
Project Engineering & Execution
Lead engineering projects from concept through commissioning and startup
Define project scope, technical requirements, budgets, and project schedules
Coordinate activities with vendors, contractors, operations teams, and maintenance personnel
Manage installation, startup, and validation activities for new equipment and automation systems
Track project progress and communicate updates to engineering and plant leadership
Ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget
Manufacturing & Process Support
Support plant operations with troubleshooting of manufacturing process and equipment issues
Analyze equipment and process performance to identify opportunities for improvement
Assist with implementation of process optimization initiatives and new technologies
Collaborate with plant leadership on operational initiatives and continuous improvement activities
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Controls, Chemical, Mechanical, or related field) or equivalent experience
3-8 years of engineering experience within manufacturing environments
Experience with PLC programming and industrial control systems
Experience supporting plant operations, manufacturing systems, or process automation
Prior project engineering or project leadership experience preferred
Experience with HMI/SCADA systems, industrial networking, and electrical controls design strongly preferred
Technical Skills
PLC programming experience utilizing Rockwell Software applications including: RS Logix 500
RS Logix 5000
Studio 5000
RSView32
FactoryTalk View
RSNetworx
HMI/SCADA systems
Industrial networking protocols (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, etc.)
Electrical controls design and troubleshooting
Process analysis and continuous improvement
Root cause analysis and problem solving
Project management and vendor coordination
Desired Attributes
Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
Hands-on engineering mindset with the ability to work effectively in plant environments
Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
Self-driven with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on operational excellence
Additional Information
Travel required to support domestic and international manufacturing facilities as needed (estimated 40-60%)
Worksite address
grand rapids, MI, 49507, US
Who can apply
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