Controls Engineer - PLC & HMI Specialist (Rockwell/Siemens)

AA Anderson & CO INC; Plymouth Charter Township (MI); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Anderson Process is seeking a Controls Engineer in Plymouth, MI to design PLC and HMI software for automotive and industrial customers. The role involves collaborating with mechanical and electrical teams, reading electrical drawings, and ensuring projects meet schedule requirements.

The ideal candidate has experience with Rockwell and Siemens PLC platforms, plus a strong grasp of safety and field commissioning. A technical electrical degree and travel readiness are required.

Qualifications

• Technical degree in an electrical field or equivalent experience.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, are required to communicate effectively.
• Strong analytical ability to analyze and solve problems.
• Ability to perceive needs and work independently.
• Understanding of LOTO and basic electrical safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Design of PLC and HMI software to customer specifications; experience with Rockwell and Siemens is a plus.
• Read and understand standard electrical hardware drawings.
• Work with Mechanical Engineers to create an industrial machine control system.
• Support build teams during all build phases of equipment.
• Travel 25-50% of time to customer locations; inspect and commission systems.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI development

Electrical design

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Technical degree in electrical field

Tools

Rockwell

Siemens

DeviceNet

EtherNet/IP

PROFINET

Job description

Anderson Process is seeking a Controls Engineer in Plymouth, MI to design PLC and HMI software for automotive and industrial customers. The role involves collaborating with mechanical and electrical teams, reading electrical drawings, and ensuring projects meet schedule requirements.

The ideal candidate has experience with Rockwell and Siemens PLC platforms, plus a strong grasp of safety and field commissioning. A technical electrical degree and travel readiness are required.