Controls Engineer

Aerotek; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Match

Medical benefits

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Controls Engineer to manage electrical drawings, control change requests, and design automated control systems in Detroit, MI. You will develop HMIs, troubleshoot PLCs, and ensure safety and quality standards.

The role requires over 5 years of controls experience, with Allen-Bradley PLC expertise and SCADA/PowerFlex familiarity. The position is on-site in Detroit with a long-term opportunity and a bonus potential up to 10%.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in controls engineering.
• Proficient in PLC programming and troubleshooting with Allen-Bradley PLCs.
• Experience with SCADA systems and PowerFlex.
• Ability to work flexible hours based on project needs.
• CMMS experience and familiarity with mining operations (MSHA) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Translate field wiring into detailed drawings.
• Own and consolidate electrical drawings.
• Address electrical control change requests by operations.
• Generate instructions and drawings for field execution.
• Maintain single line diagrams.
• Manage and maintain PLC programs, PC, and software.
• Conduct annual thermal inspections.
• Design and implement automated control systems with automatic and manual modes.
• Develop and integrate HMIs for operator control and monitoring.
• Troubleshoot and optimize PLCs, drives, instrumentation, and network infrastructure.
• Maintain documentation ensuring safety, environmental, and quality standards compliance.

Skills

Controls engineering

PLC programming

Troubleshooting

SCADA

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

PowerFlex

SCADA systems

Job description

Job Title: Controls Engineer Job Description

As a Controls Engineer, you will be responsible for managing and consolidating electrical drawings, handling electrical control change requests, and designing automated control systems. You will also develop and integrate HMIs for operator control and monitoring, troubleshoot and optimize PLCs and related equipment, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Translate field wiring into detailed drawings.

• Own and consolidate electrical drawings.

• Address electrical control change requests by operations.

• Generate instructions and drawings for field execution.

• Maintain single line diagrams.

• Manage and maintain PLC programs, PC, and software.

• Conduct annual thermal inspections.

• Design and implement automated control systems with both automatic and manual modes.

• Develop and integrate HMIs for operator control and monitoring.

• Troubleshoot and optimize PLCs, drives, instrumentation, and network infrastructure.

• Maintain documentation ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards.

Essential Skills

• 5+ years of experience in controls engineering.

• Proficient in PLC programming and troubleshooting, particularly with Allen-Bradley PLCs.

• Ability to work flexible hours based on project and support needs.

• Experience with SCADA and PowerFlex.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with SCADA systems.

• CMMS experience.

• Knowledge of federal mining laws (MSHA).

• Understanding of mining methods and operation of related equipment.

• Knowledge in installation, maintenance, or operation of mine ventilation, materials processing/handling systems, and/or mine shaft maintenance.

Why Work Here?

This role offers a long-term opportunity with the potential to gain experience in a different industry from automotive, along with a bonus potential of up to 10%.

Work Environment

The position is on-site with an expected workweek of 50-55 hours, typically from 7 AM to 4:30 PM. Flexibility to work weekends and extra hours is required based on project needs. Currently, there are no other controls engineers on the team.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Detroit, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $110000.00 - $120000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Medical benefitsMorton Salt will be offering medical coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas City. You will receive your ID card in the mail and will have access to the nationwide BlueCard PPO provider networks for both medical plan options.Morton Salt is committed to helping you and your dependents maintain health and wellness by providing you with access to the highest levels of care. As a benefits-eligible employee, you have the opportunity to enroll in one of two medical plans offered by Morton Salt in the extensive national network of physicians and hospitals. We offer you a choice of two medical plan options: Preferred provider organization (PPO) plan with a $1,500 individual/$3,000 family deductible. Medical services and benefits have co-pays associated with them when you use participating providers. With the PPO plan, you will experience lower out-of-pocket costs when you seek services. Qualified high-deductible HSA plan with a $3,400 individual/$6,800 family deductible. All expenses go toward a deductible with a qualifying plan. There are no office visit co-pays. This plan allows you to elect a health savings account (HSA) to fund the medical expenses tax-free including an employer contribution. See page 14 for more information on an HSA. Both Morton Salt plans have embedded deductibles. This means that if you are covering dependents on the plan, each family member will only be responsible for meeting the individual deductible before their coinsurance kicks in

401K Match

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Detroit,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 15, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.