Controls Engineer - Automation & PLC Expert (Central MI)

Adalta EC&I; Michigan; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Adalta EC&I is seeking a Controls Engineer for our Central Michigan manufacturing site. You will support and enhance automated production systems across the facility, focusing on reliability, performance, and continuous improvement.

The role requires hands-on PLC programming with Rockwell/Allen-Bradley and Siemens Step 7, plus strong knowledge of HMIs, VFDs, and control systems. You will work with cross-functional teams to execute automation projects from concept to implementation.

Qualifications

• Strong PLC programming experience with Allen-Bradley (Rockwell Automation) and Siemens Step 7.
• Manufacturing and industrial automation experience.
• Experience troubleshooting and optimizing automated equipment.
• Knowledge of HMIs, VFDs, and controls systems.
• Ability to support automation projects from concept through implementation.

Responsibilities

• Support and enhance automated production systems across the facility.
• Collaborate with maintenance and engineering teams to implement improvements.
• Participate in projects from concept through implementation and commissioning.

Skills

Allen-Bradley PLC

Siemens Step7

Industrial automation

Troubleshooting & optimization

HMI & VFD knowledge

Automation project support

Job description

Adalta EC&I is seeking a Controls Engineer for our Central Michigan manufacturing site. You will support and enhance automated production systems across the facility, focusing on reliability, performance, and continuous improvement.

The role requires hands-on PLC programming with Rockwell/Allen-Bradley and Siemens Step 7, plus strong knowledge of HMIs, VFDs, and control systems. You will work with cross-functional teams to execute automation projects from concept to implementation.