What does a Controls Engineer do?

A Controls Engineer designs, programs, and maintains automated control systems including PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, and industrial robots. They work in manufacturing, automotive, and process industries to optimize production and ensure system reliability.

What certifications do Controls Engineers need?

Common certifications include Rockwell Automation Certified Professional, Siemens Certified Professional, FANUC Robot certifications, ABB Robot Programming certifications, and TIA Portal certifications. Industry experience is often valued as highly as certifications.

How do I hire a Controls Engineer?

On Automate America, you can search for Controls Engineers by skill, location, and availability. Post a contract with your requirements, review applicant profiles and certifications, then connect directly or use White Glove managed services.

What does Spencer do?

Spencer is a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.

Where is Spencer located?

Spencer is based in Canton, MI.

What does Spencer specialize in?

Spencer works with Cognex, Fanuc, KUKA, Keyence and Siemens as a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work. Spencer's skilled trades: Production Support.

How do I connect with or hire Spencer?

Create a free profile on Automate America and send a connection or contract request from this profile. Spencer can then respond and coordinate the work directly through the platform.

Spencer — Controls Engineer

Spencer, Controls Engineer in Canton, MI, works with Cognex, Fanuc, KUKA and Keyence.

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Spencer

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Controls Engineer

Canton, MI

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Industries Served

RoboticsAerospaceIndustrial AutomationComputer ScienceWarehousing IndustryManufacturingEducation Industry

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Cognex

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Fanuc

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KUKA

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Keyence

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Siemens

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Atlas Copco

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FactoryTalk, FactoryTalk View, General

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General

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Skilled Trades 1

Production Support

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Software Competencies 6

Allen Bradley

Factory Talk

Siemens S7

Siemens Starter

WinCC

WinCC Flexible

Professional Competencies 11

Commissioning

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Debugging

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Design

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Electrical Engineering

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Field installation

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HMI Programming

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installation and commissioning

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PLC Programming

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Robotics

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SCADA

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wiring diagrams

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Assembly

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Commissioning

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HMI

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Installation

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Integration

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laser

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Material Handling

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PLC and HMI

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Production Support

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Servo Drives

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VFD

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Welding Cells

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Wiring

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Tools, Machines & Equipment 6

Proximity sensorsBasic Electrical ToolsBasic Hand ToolsMetal Finish ToolsPaintless Dent Repair ToolsComputer

Work Experience5

Atlas Copco

Keyence

Comau S.p.A

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA)

ZF Group

What does a Controls Engineer do?: A Controls Engineer designs, programs, and maintains automated control systems including PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, and industrial robots. They work in manufacturing, automotive, and process industries to optimize production and ensure system reliability.
What certifications do Controls Engineers need?: Common certifications include Rockwell Automation Certified Professional, Siemens Certified Professional, FANUC Robot certifications, ABB Robot Programming certifications, and TIA Portal certifications. Industry experience is often valued as highly as certifications.
How do I hire a Controls Engineer?: On Automate America, you can search for Controls Engineers by skill, location, and availability. Post a contract with your requirements, review applicant profiles and certifications, then connect directly or use White Glove managed services.
What does Spencer do?: Spencer is a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work.
Where is Spencer located?: Spencer is based in Canton, MI.
What does Spencer specialize in?: Spencer works with Cognex, Fanuc, KUKA, Keyence and Siemens as a Controls Engineer on Automate America, the global professional marketplace for skilled talent across industrial, commercial, and residential work. Spencer's skilled trades: Production Support.
How do I connect with or hire Spencer?: Create a free profile on Automate America and send a connection or contract request from this profile. Spencer can then respond and coordinate the work directly through the platform.

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