MES Controls Engineer: Real-Time PLC & Automation

North Point Technology

Detroit (MI)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

North Point Technology is seeking an experienced MES Controls Engineer to support high-volume, discrete manufacturing operations. The role emphasizes MES, PLC integration, real-time production execution, and automation system reliability.

You will collaborate with engineering, operations, and production teams to optimize MES-driven processes, configure MES-PLC communications, and troubleshoot issues across PLC, HMI, and networks to ensure accurate real-time reporting.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Automation, Manufacturing, Electrical or related field.
Experience with Allen-Bradley/Rockwell and Siemens PLC/HMI platforms.
Strong PLC programming, troubleshooting, and diagnostic skills.
Experience supporting manufacturing automation and industrial control systems.
Knowledge of industrial networking and plant-floor communication protocols.
Ability to analyze and resolve complex production and system integration issues.
Strong communication with engineering, operations, and production teams.

Responsibilities

Support MES-to-PLC integrations during launches, ramp-ups, and ongoing operations.
Configure, establish, and maintain communications between MES and PLC systems.
Integrate MES template routines and UDTs into PLC programs.
Create, modify, and maintain PLC tags and logic required to support MES transactions and production reporting.
Collaborate with Process Engineers and MES teams to ensure successful integration of manufacturing processes.
Document MES-related PLC modifications, troubleshooting activities, and production support efforts.
Troubleshoot PLC, HMI, and industrial network issues impacting MES functionality and production execution.
Support the accuracy and integrity of real-time production reporting and manufacturing data.
Assist in resolving production issues affecting throughput, efficiency, quality, and system performance.
Partner with production supervisors, operators, and engineering teams to support effective manufacturing workflows.
Support MES-based quality validation and enforcement processes.
Maintain and manage part numbers, product structures, and production data within the MES environment.
Assist with audits, investigations, root cause analysis, and manufacturing data requests.
Identify opportunities to improve MES functionality, automation performance, and manufacturing processes.
Support MES enhancements, software updates, system upgrades, and new production rollouts.