Controls Engineer – PLC, Robotics & Industry 4.0

US Diversity Job Search; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna Powertrain in Michigan's Sterling Heights area seeks a Controls Engineer to design, develop, and support plant electrical control systems. You will install and maintain PLC-based hardware/software, ensure safety standards, and drive continuous improvement of manufacturing processes.

You will modify PLC programs, troubleshoot using Allen-Bradley and Siemens platforms, collaborate with Manufacturing and Quality, and contribute to Factory 4.0 initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field; 5+ years in automotive manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of PLCs (Allen-Bradley and Siemens) required.
• Experience with robotics (ABB and Fanuc) preferred.
• Experience with HMI programming (RS Logic Suite, FTView, Siemens) required.
• Knowledge of Ethernet/IP, DH+, RIO, DeviceNet, ControlNet, RS232 networks.
• Ability to read and design electrical schematics and diagrams.
• Continuous improvement mindset and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with Factory 4.0 concepts.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute installations, upgrades and continuous improvements with internal and external resources.
• Read, modify, and troubleshoot PLC programs (Allen-Bradley and Siemens).
• Collaborate with Manufacturing/Quality to resolve quality issues.
• Proactively propose improvements to plant performance and reliability.
• Create programs to minimize downtime.
• Ensure real-time checks and safe shutdowns on malfunctions.
• Monitor sensors and parameters in real time for process compliance.
• Document and maintain well-commented PLC programs for operator use.
• Optimize processes to maximize capabilities and minimize wear.
• Support Factory 4.0 implementation and maintain control schematics.
• Develop backup programs for all software in multiple locations.
• Design and improve machine controls (CNC, robotics, transfer systems, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, vision).
• Troubleshoot equipment and facility problems; assist in defining requirements for new equipment.
• Participate in preventive and predictive maintenance activities.

Skills

PLC knowledge

Robotics

HMI programming

Electrical schematics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related

Tools

AS400

Microsoft Office

Job description

Magna Powertrain in Michigan's Sterling Heights area seeks a Controls Engineer to design, develop, and support plant electrical control systems. You will install and maintain PLC-based hardware/software, ensure safety standards, and drive continuous improvement of manufacturing processes.

You will modify PLC programs, troubleshoot using Allen-Bradley and Siemens platforms, collaborate with Manufacturing and Quality, and contribute to Factory 4.0 initiatives.