Controls Engineer - PLC, Robotics & Automation

Magna International; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna International in Sterling Heights is hiring a Controls Engineer to design, develop, and supervise the plant's electrical control systems. This role involves ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards while providing installation and technical support for PLC-based hardware.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or relevant experience, with a strong focus on PLC programming and a minimum of five years in an automotive setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Minimum five years of experience in an automotive manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of PLCs (Allen-Bradley and Siemens) required.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and supervise plant electrical control systems.
• Plan and execute installations and improvements.
• Collaborate with teams to resolve quality issues.

Skills

PLC programming (Allen-Bradley and Siemens)

Electrical schematics interpretation

CNC and robotics knowledge

Creativity and problem-solving

Mathematical skills

Mechanical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

AS400

Job description

Magna International in Sterling Heights is hiring a Controls Engineer to design, develop, and supervise the plant's electrical control systems. This role involves ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards while providing installation and technical support for PLC-based hardware.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or relevant experience, with a strong focus on PLC programming and a minimum of five years in an automotive setting.