Controls Engineer: Automate & Optimize Plant Efficiency

Parea Staffing Solutions; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing solutions company based in Michigan is seeking a qualified control systems technician. Responsibilities include supporting production efforts, programming automated equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of a 2-year college education and at least 1 year of relevant experience in controls, strong PLC programming skills, and proficiency in AutoCAD. Competitive benefits and opportunities for growth are provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of related experience in controls and assembly operations.
• Proven experience with PLC programming and HMI or SCADA programming.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Support production efforts to minimize downtime and reduce scrap.
• Design, program, and test control systems.
• Enhance operational efficiency through automation initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Document all activities as required.

Skills

PLC logic and programming (Allen Bradley, Modicon, etc.)

Mechanical and electrical skills

Proficient in panel design/layout

Conveyor systems experience

Familiarity with ControlNet and DeviceNet

Knowledge of Variable Frequency Drives

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Minimum 2-year college education

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

A staffing solutions company based in Michigan is seeking a qualified control systems technician. Responsibilities include supporting production efforts, programming automated equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of a 2-year college education and at least 1 year of relevant experience in controls, strong PLC programming skills, and proficiency in AutoCAD. Competitive benefits and opportunities for growth are provided.