Controls Engineer 2

ManpowerGroup; Pontiac (MI); On-site; USD 118,474,000 - 129,494,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Prescription drug plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

401(k) with match

Weekly pay

Job summary

ManpowerGroup is seeking a Controls Engineer for a facilities management client in Pontiac, MI. The role focuses on maintaining and optimizing building automation systems, PLCs, and control networks to support safe, efficient facility operations.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of experience with industrial controls, PLCs, HMIs, and BMS such as Tridium. Prior exposure to Maximo CMMS and Corrigo is preferred, with a strong commitment to reliability and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or related technical field preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience with industrial control systems, PLCs, HMIs, and building automation systems.
• Proficiency in PLC programming and troubleshooting, especially with Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar platforms.
• Experience with building management systems, particularly Tridium platforms, and familiarity with VFDs, HMI, and SCADA applications.
• Maximo CMMS experience and Corrigo work order management system are required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and optimize building automation systems, PLCs, and control systems to ensure efficient facility operations.
• Respond to and resolve preventive maintenance tasks, work orders, and service calls promptly and effectively.
• Manage building management systems, including Tridium platforms, coordinating with contractors to ensure proper functionality.
• Create and maintain backups of PLC, HMI, and VFD software parameters monthly to ensure system integrity.
• Provide emergency after-hours support for critical systems as needed, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.

Skills

PLC programming

Troubleshooting

Building automation

Allen-Bradley

Siemens

HMI/SCADA

Tridium platforms

Maximo CMMS

Corrigo work orders

Education

Associate's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Maximo CMMS

Corrigo

Tridium

SCADA

HMI

Job description

Our client, an industry leader in facilities management and building automation, is seeking a Controls Engineer to join their dedicated team. As a Controls Engineer, you will be an essential part of the Facilities Maintenance department, supporting the seamless operation and optimization of building systems. The ideal candidate will demonstrate technical proficiency, problem-solving skills, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement, aligning well with the organization’s commitment to safety, efficiency, and innovation.

Job Title: Controls Engineer

Location: Pontiac, MI

Pay Range: $42 to $44 Per hour

What's the Job?

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and optimize building automation systems, PLCs, and control systems to ensure efficient facility operations.
• Respond to and resolve preventive maintenance tasks, work orders, and service calls promptly and effectively.
• Manage building management systems, including Tridium platforms, coordinating with contractors to ensure proper functionality.
• Create and maintain backups of PLC, HMI, and VFD software parameters monthly to ensure system integrity.
• Provide emergency after-hours support for critical systems as needed, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.

What's Needed?

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or a related technical field preferred.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience working with industrial control systems, PLCs, HMIs, and building automation systems.
• Proficiency in PLC programming and troubleshooting, especially with Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar platforms.
• Experience with building management systems, particularly Tridium platforms, and familiarity with VFDs, HMI, and SCADA applications.
• Maximo CMMS experience and proficiency with Corrigo work order management system are required.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic environment focused on innovation and continuous improvement.
• Engage in meaningful projects that contribute to operational excellence and cost savings.
• Collaborate with a diverse and skilled team committed to safety and quality.
• Gain valuable experience with leading building automation and control systems.
• Support your professional growth through ongoing training and development opportunities.

Upon completion of waiting period, consultants are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k), Plus Match
• Weekly Pay

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis and Talent Solutions.

ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.