Controls Engineer SCADA

Manpower, Inc.; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 62,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Manpower, Inc. is seeking a Controls Engineer in Warren, Michigan to design, program, and troubleshoot Rockwell/Allen-Bradley PLC-based control systems. The role supports Automation, Controls, and Manufacturing Operations teams within the Engineering Department.

The ideal candidate will have strong problem-solving and communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional environments. This is a full-time, on-site position offering competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with Rockwell/Allen-Bradley PLCs and Studio 5000.
• Experience working within GM GCCS/FACS controls standards.
• Knowledge of Ignition SCADA development, configuration, and support.
• Experience with Beckhoff controls and EtherCAT communications.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, and troubleshoot Rockwell/Allen-Bradley PLC-based control systems.
• Develop, maintain, and support Ignition SCADA applications.
• Implement automation solutions following GM GCCS and FACS standards.
• Configure and support Beckhoff automation systems and EtherCAT networks.
• Support commissioning, migrations, troubleshooting, and optimization activities.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

Rockwell/Allen-Bradley PLCs

Studio 5000

Ignition SCADA

Beckhoff controls

EtherCAT

Job description

Our client, a leading automotive manufacturing and industrial automation company, is seeking a Controls Engineer to join their team. As a Controls Engineer, you will be part of the Engineering Department supporting the Automation, Controls, and Manufacturing Operations Teams. The ideal candidate will have strong problem-solving skills, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional environments, which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Controls Engineer
Location:Warren, Michigan
Pay Range:$45 - $50 H/r

What's the Job?

• Design, program, and troubleshoot Rockwell/Allen-Bradley PLC-based control systems.
• Develop, maintain, and support SCADA applications, with a preference for Ignition SCADA.
• Implement automation solutions following GM GCCS and FACS controls standards.
• Configure and support Beckhoff automation systems and EtherCAT networks.
• Support commissioning, controls migrations, troubleshooting, and system optimization activities.

What's Needed?

• Strong hands‑on experience with Rockwell Automation/Allen‑Bradley PLCs and Studio 5000.
• Experience working within GM Controls Standards (GCCS/FACS).
• Knowledge of Ignition SCADA development, configuration, and support.
• Experience with Beckhoff controls and EtherCAT communications.
• Background in industrial automation, manufacturing processes, and controls troubleshooting.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to work on advanced manufacturing automation projects.
• Exposure to large-scale controls migration and modernization initiatives.
• Collaborative engineering environment with industry-leading technologies.
• Professional growth and technical development opportunities.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.