Automation Engineer: PLCs, Robotics & Growth Opportunities

The Pivot Group Careers; Byron Township (MI); On-site; USD 79,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network is connecting Automation Engineers with manufacturers in the Byron Center area, offering roles that span from installation to commissioning of automation cells in production environments. This network emphasizes fit with the right facilities and shifts across Michigan’s manufacturing regions.

Ideal candidates hold a bachelor’s in electrical/ mechanical/ controls engineering or equivalent experience, with hands-on PLC programming in Allen-Bradley or Siemens, and strength

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in electrical, mechanical, or controls engineering or equivalent experience.
• Hands-on experience programming PLCs such as Allen-Bradley or Siemens.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and control diagrams.
• Experience supporting automated equipment in a production environment.
• Familiarity with industrial robots and machine safety standards.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to work across shifts.

Responsibilities

• Support installation and commissioning of new automation cells.
• Monitor equipment performance and address recurring downtime causes.
• Maintain electrical schematics, control drawings, and equipment documentation.
• Coordinate with maintenance and production teams on repairs and upgrades.
• Run tests and validation for new programs and hardware changes.
• Train operators and technicians on automated equipment operation.
• Troubleshoot automated production equipment and controls issues during shifts.
• Program and modify PLC, HMI, and robot logic for production changes.

Skills

PLC programming

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Education

Bachelor degree in electrical, mechanical, or controls engineering or equivalent experience

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

Siemens PLC

Job description

The Pivot Group Network is connecting Automation Engineers with manufacturers in the Byron Center area, offering roles that span from installation to commissioning of automation cells in production environments. This network emphasizes fit with the right facilities and shifts across Michigan’s manufacturing regions.

Ideal candidates hold a bachelor’s in electrical/ mechanical/ controls engineering or equivalent experience, with hands-on PLC programming in Allen-Bradley or Siemens, and strength