Controls Engineer – Wyoming Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Wyoming (MI); On-site; USD 83,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Careers in Wyoming, MI is seeking a Controls Engineer to design, program, and optimize PLC-based control systems for manufacturing environments. The role involves supporting installation, startup, and ongoing improvements of automated equipment in Kent County, within a short drive of Wyoming.

Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field, hands-on PLC programming experience (Allen-Bradley or Siemens), and strong troubleshooting skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field.
• Experience applying PLC programming to manufacturing processes.
• Working knowledge of HMI/SCADA systems.
• Strong troubleshooting skills under production pressure.

Responsibilities

• Program and modify PLC logic for process changes.
• Support installation and startup of new automated equipment.
• Maintain electrical schematics and control documentation.
• Diagnose electrical and instrumentation faults during downtime.
• Coordinate controls work with maintenance and production teams.
• Test and validate safety systems and machine interlocks.
• Support continuous improvement projects on the plant floor.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI/SCADA

Electrical diagrams

Troubleshooting

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Siemens PLCs

Ethernet/IP

Job description

Job Description:

Controls Engineer | Wyoming, MI

Salary Range: $83,000 – $128,000 depending on experience

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in controls engineering? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in the Wyoming area seeking Controls Engineers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan’s manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

This posting covers Controls Engineer opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Wyoming in Kent County, within about 30 minutes of the city.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across the Wyoming area seeking Controls Engineers who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Usual Responsibilities

• Program and modify PLC logic for process changes.
• Support installation and startup of new automated equipment.
• Maintain electrical schematics and control documentation.
• Diagnose electrical and instrumentation faults during downtime.
• Coordinate controls work with maintenance and production teams.
• Test and validate safety systems and machine interlocks.
• Support continuous improvement projects on the plant floor.
• Troubleshoot PLC and HMI issues on production equipment.

Recommended Qualifications

• Experience supporting controls in a manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of HMI and SCADA systems.
• Strong troubleshooting skills under production pressure.
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field.
• Hands‑on experience with PLC programming, such as Allen‑Bradley or Siemens.
• Ability to read and update electrical schematics.

Bonus Qualifications

• Project management experience for equipment upgrades.
• Experience with robotics or motion control systems.
• Familiarity with industrial networks such as Ethernet/IP.
• Knowledge of safety standards and machine guarding.
• Experience with vision systems or sensors.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Automation Engineer, Electrical Controls Engineer, PLC Programmer, Controls Systems Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Process Controls Engineer, Instrumentation and Controls Engineer, Automation Controls Specialist, Electrical Engineer

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who’ve been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic – they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

Required Skills:

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Salary Package:

$ 83,000.00 – 128,000.00 (US Dollar)