Automation Controls Engineer I/II — 2nd Shift

ManpowerGroup; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 41,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

ManpowerGroup on behalf of a leading automotive manufacturer in Holland, MI seeks a Controls Engineer I/II. You will support manufacturing, engineering and setup teams, troubleshooting PLC/robotics systems on the shop floor, with 2nd shift (230–1030p).

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology (or equivalent) and have PLC, vision, servo controls experience with major platforms; strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology or related field.
• Experience with PLCs, robotics, vision systems, and servo controls.
• Knowledge of automation platforms (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Fanuc, Cognex, Keyence, Beckhoff, Wago).
• Strong troubleshooting, project management, and root cause analysis skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work in cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to manufacturing, engineering, and set-up personnel.
• Troubleshoot, implement, and maintain PLC, robotics, vision, and servo control systems.
• Work in a clean room environment.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on OEE, downtime reduction, scrap reduction, and efficiency improvements.
• Perform process verification and support quality, ISO, and IATF compliance activities.
• Hands-on on the manufacturing floor.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Project management

Root cause analysis

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology

Tools

Allen-Bradley

Siemens

Fanuc

Denso

Cognex

Keyence

Beckhoff

Wago

Job description

ManpowerGroup on behalf of a leading automotive manufacturer in Holland, MI seeks a Controls Engineer I/II. You will support manufacturing, engineering and setup teams, troubleshooting PLC/robotics systems on the shop floor, with 2nd shift (230–1030p).

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology (or equivalent) and have PLC, vision, servo controls experience with major platforms; strong communication and teamwork are essential.