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Remote Principal Controls Engineer Jobs in Michigan

Daniels Health

Controls Engineer

Detroit, MI · On-site +1

$82K - $106K/yr

This is a remote role. Travel will be required throughout the USA and Canada and some other ... a controls or automation engineering role * Strong PLC and HMI programming experience with ...

Daniels Health

Controls Engineer

Detroit, MI · Remote

$82K - $106K/yr

This is a remote role. Travel will be required throughout the USA and Canada and some other ... a controls or automation engineering role * Strong PLC and HMI programming experience with ...

Generac

Senior Controls Engineer

Detroit, MI · On-site +1

$115K - $155K/yr

The Senior Controls Engineer serves as the technical lead for advanced microgrid control system ... Lead onsite and remote startup and commissioning activities, including development and execution of ...

Wood Plc

Electrical Controls Engineer II

Warren, MI · Remote

$75K - $100K/yr

Launch and Standby support #LI-Remote Skills / Qualifications Qualifications: * Education ... Controls company Company Overview Wood is a global leader in engineering and consultancy across ...

Wood Plc

Sr. Electrical Controls Engineer

Warren, MI · Remote

... Controls is currently recruiting for Electrical Control Engineers to join our team in Warren, MI ... Interface with customer on design criteria and approval processes #LI-Remote Skills ...

Wood Plc

Project Engineer

Warren, MI · Remote

Screens, PLC Logic and entering Descriptions * Assist in debug, as-builts and field installation #LI-Remote Skills / Qualifications Skills: * A Bachelor's Degree in Electrical/Controls Engineering ...

Commerce Controls, Inc.

Project Engineer

Novi, MI · On-site +1

Headquartered in Novi, Michigan, Commerce Controls, Inc. combines the facilities, expert ... This position can be remote and or office within the Cleveland area. Requirements Equipment Design:

Utilidata

Principal Data Engineer

Ann Arbor, MI · On-site +1

$170K - $210K/yr

We're looking for a Principal Data Engineer to own the technical direction and execution of our data engineering platform. This role is responsible for setting architectural direction for the data ...

Birdi

Principal Data Engineer

Plymouth, MI · Remote

$109K - $130K/yr

Remote Employment: Full Time Location: US Seniority: Senior Level Technologies: Tableau, Tableau Server, SSIS, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, Python, SSRS, Azure, Cloud, Git, CI/CD, Terraform ...

Kiongroup

Controls Engineering Manager

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site +1

$121K - $182K/yr

The Controls Engineering Manager will oversee daytoday tactical project execution, assess and ... Ability to work independently and lead effectively with minimal supervision in remote, office, and ...

Kiongroup

Controls Engineering Manager

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site +1

$121K - $182K/yr

The Controls Engineering Manager will oversee daytoday tactical project execution, assess and ... Ability to work independently and lead effectively with minimal supervision in remote, office, and ...

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What is the difference between Remote Principal Controls Engineer vs Remote Controls Engineer?

AspectRemote Principal Controls EngineerRemote Controls Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's/Master's in Engineering, certifications like PLC or automationBachelor's in Engineering, PLC or automation certifications often preferred
Work EnvironmentDesign, oversee control systems, collaborate with teams remotelyDevelop and troubleshoot control systems, often in a remote or on-site setting
Industry UsageIndustrial automation, manufacturing, energy sectorsManufacturing, process control, automation industries
Search/Comparison IntentHigher-level control system design, leadership rolesImplementation, troubleshooting, and support roles

The Remote Principal Controls Engineer typically focuses on high-level system design and leadership, requiring advanced credentials and experience. In contrast, the Remote Controls Engineer handles implementation and troubleshooting tasks. Both roles are vital in automation industries and often share similar certifications and work environments, but differ in scope and seniority.

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Controls Engineer

Controls Engineer

Daniels Health

Detroit, MI • On-site, Remote

$82K - $106K/yr

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

Daniels Health rating

5.0

Company rating: 5.0 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Daniels Health is seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to join our growing US engineering team and help design, build, and optimize the next generation of automated medical waste processing systems. This is a hands-on, high-impact role where you will work at the intersection of PLC control systems, robotics, and machine vision in safety-critical, high-throughput industrial environments. If you enjoy complex automation challenges and want your work to have meaningful impact across healthcare safety and environmental outcomes, this role offers both technical depth and scale.
Daniels Health is a global leader in healthcare waste management and infection prevention, partnering with hospitals and health systems across the United States and internationally.
We are experiencing strong and sustained growth, driven by expanding healthcare demand and continued investment in automation, robotics, and advanced manufacturing. This is a remote role. Travel will be required throughout the USA and Canada and some other overseas locations. Travel to Taylor, Michigan will be required for Induction training.
What You Will Do:
  • Design, develop, program, and maintain PLC-based control systems for advanced medical waste processing equipment,
  • Integrate, program, and commission industrial robots for material handling, sorting, and automated processing
  • Design, implement, and optimize machine vision systems for detection, classification, inspection, and process verification
  • Train, tune, and validate vision models to ensure accuracy, robustness, and regulatory compliance
  • Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, robotics, and software engineering teams to deliver fully integrated automation solutions
  • Support commissioning, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis across controls, robotics, and vision systems
  • Prepare and review electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic control drawings for new equipment and system upgrades
  • Develop system documentation including functional specifications, control narratives, operator manuals, maintenance documentation, and validation protocols
  • Ensure all control system designs comply with applicable US medical waste, environmental, and machine safety regulations
  • Work closely with suppliers, system integrators, and external service providers to deliver projects on time and to specification
  • Drive continuous improvement in automation performance, reliability, safety, and sustainability

About You:
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, or a related discipline
  • 4+ years of experience in a controls or automation engineering role
  • Strong PLC and HMI programming experience with platforms such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Beckhoff, or Automation
  • Direct Hands-on industrial robotics experience including programming, commissioning, and safety integration (FANUC, ABB, KUKA, Hyundai, or similar)
  • Strong machine vision experience using Cognex, Keyence, OpenCV, or comparable systems
  • Solid understanding of industrial communication protocols including EtherNet/IP, Modbus, and OPC UA
  • Experience with motion control, servo systems, and safety-rated automation components
  • Ability to read and create electrical schematics, P&IDs, and mechanical drawings
  • Experience working in regulated or safety-critical environments such as medical, pharmaceutical, or waste processing is highly desirable
  • Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams
  • Ability to work independently and manage projects with multiple stakeholders and vendors
  • Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required

Why Join Daniels?
  • Work on large-scale, complex industrial automation systems with real-world impact
  • Be part of a rapidly growing organization investing heavily in robotics, machine vision, and advanced controls
  • High autonomy with strong engineering influence and end-to-end system ownership
  • Career growth aligned with a scaling US and global business
  • Purpose-driven work in a highly regulated, safety-critical environment

Check out what our engineering teams do!
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