Controls Engineer: PLC & Industrial Automation

Manpower Group (USA)

Detroit (MI)

On-site

USD 62,000 - 76,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Manpower Group (USA) is representing a leading automotive manufacturing company in Detroit seeking a qualified Controls Engineer. The role focuses on PLC/NC programming, Siemens-based platforms, and designing control systems for automated processes.

You will troubleshoot, test, and optimize PLC, CNC, and HMI systems while collaborating with mechanical and electrical teams to drive continuous improvement across production lines.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Control engineering or related field.
5+ years of controls engineering experience in industrial automation/manufacturing.
Strong PLC programming experience, preferably Siemens.
Knowledge of HMI systems, networks, and electrical schematics.

Responsibilities

Provide production line support for controls logic, PLC, and NC programming on Siemens platforms.
Design, implement, and maintain control systems for industrial equipment and automation processes.
Troubleshoot, test, and debug PLC, CNC, and HMI systems to ensure optimal performance.
Collaborate with mechanical and electrical engineering teams to integrate automation solutions.
Support continuous improvement projects aimed at improving throughput and equipment reliability.

Skills

Controls engineering

PLC programming

HMI systems

Industrial networks

Troubleshooting automation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Siemens platforms

Job description

You will troubleshoot, test, and optimize PLC, CNC, and HMI systems while collaborating with mechanical and electrical teams to drive continuous improvement across production lines.

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