Control Systems Engineer

Who is GrayMatter

We’re the Thinkers who make machines speak. We’re the Doers who make their stories matter. At GrayMatter, we uncover the industrial intelligence buried in clipboards, legacy systems, and human memory. We discover it, transform it, and turn it into insight. From the drill press to the boardroom, we help you think smarter and do better-by listening to the machines you already trust.

And that’s where you come in.

GrayMatter is dedicated to creating a team of unmatched talent in industrial technology. Our organizational culture encourages opportunities to learn and collaborate. Six core values make Team GrayMatter stand above the rest: Bias to Action, Batteries Included, Unbounded Curiosity, Everybody Wins, Built to Last, Actionable Insight.

We're looking for a Control Systems Engineer to join our team! This position will focus on managing specialized work efficiently, with confidence and competence. The position requires above average attention to details, concern for the exact correctness of work, and strong commitment to tasks completed on time. The person in this position will take work seriously, has a strong sense of duty, and is disciplined. The position will generally be task oriented, requiring someone with a conservative, careful, and cautious approach to work.

Location: This is a Hybrid role commuting to our office in Kalamazoo, MI.

General Job Duties:

• Performing GrayMatter services to meet client needs, with a specific focus on Control Systems and SCADA architectures.
• Designing, developing, and implementing control and SCADA solutions to resolve customer issues.
• Consulting with and training end users on new applications.
• Assisting in project development and planning.
• Field start-up, troubleshooting, commissioning, and verification of PLC and SCADA environments.
• Performing onsite pilots, testing, and demos as needed.
• Location: This position reports to our Kalamazoo, Michigan location at 2700 Old Centre Rd. Portage, MI 49024 and supports local customers.

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in an applicable field (EE, EET, ME, MET, ChemE, or comparable). An equivalent combination of experience, credentials, certifications, and training will also be considered.
• Minimum 4 years of relevant working experience, specifically with control systems and SCADA software implementation.
• Experience with industrial programming languages (e.g., Ladder Logic, Structured Text, Function Block).
• Experience with Rockwell PLCs.
• Experience with SCADA/HMI platforms (such as Rockwell FactoryTalk View SE/ME, AVEVA/Wonderware System Platform, InTouch, or GE iFix/Cimplicity).
• Basic understanding of Electrical Schematics and electrical installations.
• Acute attention to detail and process.
• Strong ability to solve problems and research solutions.
• Excellent customer service attitude.
• Ability to work both independently and in team environments.
• Showcase GrayMatter’s Core Values of Accountability, Integrity, Respect, Innovation, and Teamwork.

Preferred Skills:

• Siemens PLCs and WinCC HMI.
• Database experience (MS SQL Server).
• FactoryTalk Batch (FT Batch).
• Vision systems experience (Cognex, Keyence, Systech).

Featured Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning day one of employment
• Employer paid short term disability and life insurance
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match
• Paid holidays, paid time off, and paid parental leave
• Additional benefits available such as long term disability, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, EAP, telemedicine, HSA and FSA