Controls Engineer, PLC (PERM)

Connexion Systems & Engineering Inc.; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 125,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Training & development

Service Award Points

Team events

Job summary

Connexion Systems & Engineering Inc. in Southfield, MI is seeking a Controls Engineer to design, program, and optimize complex automation systems.

The role focuses on electrical control systems, PLC programming, and commissioning for manufacturing equipment. The ideal candidate will have a 4-year engineering degree, at least 5 years of hands-on experience, and be able to travel up to 30% domestically and internationally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on controls engineering experience in industrial automation.
• Proficiency with PLC programming and troubleshooting on Allen-Bradley and Siemens platforms.
• Experience designing electrical control systems and schematics with AutoCAD or EPLAN.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical control systems and schematics for custom automation equipment using AutoCAD.
• Program, modify, and troubleshoot PLC and HMI systems on Allen-Bradley and Siemens platforms.
• Develop and maintain controls documentation, BOMs, and project records.
• Manage controls engineering activities to support schedules and budgets.
• Review customer requirements and drawings to ensure successful project execution.
• Develop functional specifications and support system testing, commissioning, and customer acceptance activities.
• Collaborate with other departments and provide technical support for project quoting.
• Assist with equipment installation, startup, and field service.
• Identify and implement control system improvements and new technologies.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI development

Electrical controls design

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

EPLAN

Allen-Bradley

Siemens

Job description

Controls Engineer, PLC (PERM) Location: Southfield, MI Salary: $125 - 135K Base Pay $125,000.00 - $135,000.00 / Year Job Category Programmable Logic Controller, Control System Designs, Automation Industry Industrial, Manufacturing, Machinery Employee Type Exempt Required Degree 4 Year Degree Travel 30% (Locally and Internationally) Manage Others No Minimum Experience 5 Years

Join Our Team as a Controls Engineer! Ready to engineer the future of automation? We're seeking a Controls Engineer who thrives on designing, programming, and optimizing advanced machinery and equipment.

What We Offer:

• Competitive benefits package
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
• Employee recognition through our Service Award Points program.
• Engaging team events and social activities
• Successful skills from other hires - Manufacturing or industrial automation experience.

What the ideal candidate will do:

• Design electrical control systems and create schematics for custom automation equipment using AutoCAD.
• Program, modify, and troubleshoot PLC and HMI systems using Allen-Bradley and Siemens platforms.
• Develop and maintain controls documentation, bills of materials (BOMs), and project records.
• Manage controls engineering activities to support project schedules, budgets, and performance goals.
• Review customer requirements, specifications, and drawings to ensure successful project execution.
• Develop functional specifications and support system testing, commissioning, and customer acceptance activities.
• Collaborate with other departments and team members.
• Provide technical support for project quoting, system design, and new equipment development.
• Assist with equipment installation, startup, troubleshooting, training, and field service as needed.
• Identify and implement control system improvements, standardization efforts, and new technologies.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. person.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering field.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on controls engineering experience in industrial automation, custom machinery, machine design, or test equipment manufacturing.
• Proficiency with PLC programming and troubleshooting, including Allen-Bradley and Siemens platforms, plus HMI development.
• Experience designing electrical control systems and schematics using AutoCAD or EPLAN.
• Strong knowledge of electrical controls, industrial networking (EtherNet/IP, DeviceNet), pneumatics, hydraulics, and machine safety standards.
• Experience commissioning, troubleshooting, and supporting automated equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and project management skills with the ability to work directly with customers and cross-functional teams.
• Ability to travel up to 30% domestically and internationally, including any required training.