Controls Engineer - PLC/HMI Automation (On-Site, MI)

MacLean-Fogg; Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) with match

Paid time off

HSA contributions

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Parental leave

Employee assistance program

Telehealth resources

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

MacLean-Fogg in Plymouth, MI is seeking a Controls Engineer to design, develop, and maintain automated systems that improve manufacturing efficiency, quality, safety, and reliability.

You will work on PLC, HMI, and embedded control applications, support commissioning of new facilities, troubleshoot complex issues, and document configurations. This on-site 1st shift role offers competitive pay and a path for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• 2–4 years hands-on experience in control systems engineering and automation.
• Experience with PLC programming and HMI development (Siemens/Rockwell).
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Good math/analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement automation systems for manufacturing.
• Develop PLC, HMI, and embedded control applications.
• Assist setup and commissioning of new facilities and upgrades.
• Diagnose and resolve control system malfunctions.
• Recommend system improvements to boost efficiency and reliability.
• Create detailed specifications and operational procedures.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and maintenance teams.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI development

Automation

Embedded systems

Troubleshooting

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Siemens

Rockwell

Job description

MacLean-Fogg in Plymouth, MI is seeking a Controls Engineer to design, develop, and maintain automated systems that improve manufacturing efficiency, quality, safety, and reliability.

You will work on PLC, HMI, and embedded control applications, support commissioning of new facilities, troubleshoot complex issues, and document configurations. This on-site 1st shift role offers competitive pay and a path for professional growth.