Automation & PLC Controls Technician

Magna International, Inc.; Highland Park (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna is seeking a Control Technician to design, develop, and install PLC-based control systems for automation equipment. You will troubleshoot PLC issues, create electrical schematics and documentation, and participate in machine startup and commissioning with cross-functional teams.

The role requires experience with Allen Bradley PLCs, RSLogix, and vision systems, plus strong problem-solving and communication skills. On-site, steady hours, union-friendly environment in Michigan.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent experience required.
• Electrical/Electronic/Mechatronic degree or trades qualification preferred.
• Familiar with Allen Bradley PLC controls including RSLogix500/RSLogix5000 and PanelView/PanelView Plus.
• Experience reading schematics and technical documents is essential.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and install new PLC-based control systems for machinery.
• Provide production support by troubleshooting PLC-related issues.
• Create and update wiring diagrams, functional specs and design documentation.
• Test machine functionality and assist in startup and commissioning.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineers and maintenance staff to ensure reliability.

Skills

Electrical control system design

PLC programming

Troubleshooting

MS Office

Reading schematics

Analytical problem solving

Team orientation

Education

Associate Degree or equivalent experience

Electrical/Electronic/Mechatronic degree or trades qualification

Tools

Allen Bradley PLC controls (RSLogix500/RSLogix5000)

RSLogix/PanelView/PanelView Plus

Vision systems (Keyence/Cognex/Omron)

Industrial networks (DeviceNet, EthernetIP)

Job description

Magna is seeking a Control Technician to design, develop, and install PLC-based control systems for automation equipment. You will troubleshoot PLC issues, create electrical schematics and documentation, and participate in machine startup and commissioning with cross-functional teams.

The role requires experience with Allen Bradley PLCs, RSLogix, and vision systems, plus strong problem-solving and communication skills. On-site, steady hours, union-friendly environment in Michigan.