Controls Engineer III - Siemens

Amtec Staffing; Redford Charter Township (MI); Vor Ort; USD 83.000 - 87.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Amtec Staffing seeks a Controls Engineer to support production with PLC/NC programming, Siemens platforms, and HMI installations. You’ll work with mechanical and electrical teams to deliver robust control solutions while maintaining safety standards.

This onsite, Sunday-Friday 10:00 PM-6:00 AM role in Michigan offers a pay range of $60.00–$63.00 per hour and a 2-year duration with potential conversion to full-time. NO C2C or staffing partnerships.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or related discipline.
• 5–7 years of experience in controls engineering or industrial automation.
• Experience with Siemens PLCs, NC programming, and HMI design.
• Knowledge of CAD software and Microsoft Office is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Direct production line support of controls logic, PLC and NC programming in Siemens based hardware platform (60%).
• Design and implement control systems for industrial equipment and automated processes.
• Implement and support hardware and software for PLC, CNC & HMI controls.
• Configure and integrate sensors, actuators, and other control devices into systems.
• Perform system testing, troubleshooting, and debugging to ensure proper functionality.
• Collaborate with mechanical and electrical engineering teams to integrate control solutions.
• Maintain documentation for control systems, including wiring diagrams and program logic.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements in all control designs.
• Provide technical support and training to maintenance and operations teams.

Kenntnisse

PLC programming

HMI systems

Industrial protocols

Electrical schematics

Safety knowledge

Communication

Project management

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Control Engineering

Tools

Siemens PLC

CAD

Microsoft Office

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description Summary

The Controls Engineer position serves as a technical resource to both skilled trades and production departments. The controls engineer is a support function that addresses open issues on new and existing equipment, developing and implementing continuous improvement projects designed to achieve key performance Indicators (KPIs) and addressing daily performance issues. This position serves as a 2nd level emergency support to the emergency maintenance team for unplanned operation equipment stoppages and out-of-process conditions. This position participates in a cross-functional team to resolve highly technical equipment failures. Controls Engineers also work closely with equipment and robot logic to maintain production throughput of Detroit Engines and Axles.

Job Responsibilities:

• Direct production line support of controls logic, PLC and NC programming in Siemens based hardware platform (60%)


• Design and implement control systems for industrial equipment and automated processes.


• Implement and support hardware and software for PLC, CNC & HMI controls


• Configure and integrate sensors, actuators, and other control devices into systems.


• Perform system testing, troubleshooting, and debugging to ensure proper functionality.


• Collaborate with mechanical and electrical engineering teams to integrate control solutions.


• Maintain documentation for control systems, including wiring diagrams and program logic.


• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements in all control designs.


• Provide technical support and training to maintenance and operations teams.

Skills:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, and analytical thinking.


• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.


• Proficiency in PLC programming (Siemens or similar platforms).


• Experience with HMI systems and industrial communication protocols (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profibus).


• Knowledge of electrical schematics, instrumentation, and control theory.


• Experience/willingness to move and modify Kuka positions when required


• Familiarity with industrial automation standards and safety regulations.


• Previous experience with troubleshooting and maintaining automated systems.


• Proficient with PC hardware and commercially available software

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or related discipline required.


• 5-7 years of experience in controls engineering or industrial automation (internship experience preferred).


• Knowledge of CAD software and Microsoft Office applications is a plus.

Schedule: Sunday- Friday 10:00 PM-6:00 AM

Onsite

Pay Range: $60.00 - $63.00 - NEGOTIABLE

Duration: 2 years with possible conversion to FTE

NO C2C or Staffing Partnership

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