MES Controls Engineer: Real-Time PLC & Production

North Point Technology; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

North Point Technology in Detroit, MI, is seeking an experienced MES Controls Engineer to support high-volume discrete manufacturing. You will focus on MES, PLC integration, real-time production execution, and automation system reliability, collaborating with engineering, operations, and production teams to optimize MES-driven processes.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering or related field, experience with Allen-Bradley/Rockwell and Siemens PLC/HMI, strong PLC programming and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Automation, Manufacturing, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Experience with MES/PLC integration and manufacturing automation is preferred.
• Ability to analyze and resolve complex production and system integration issues.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with engineering, operations, and production teams.

Responsibilities

• Support MES-to-PLC integrations during system launches, production ramp-ups, and ongoing manufacturing 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 for 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 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 manufacturing workflows.
• Support MES-based quality validation and enforcement processes.
• Maintain and manage part numbers, product structures, and production data within 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.

Skills

PLC programming

PLC troubleshooting

Allen-Bradley/Rockwell

Siemens PLC

HMI platforms

Industrial networking

Plant-floor protocols

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Allen-Bradley/Rockwell

Siemens PLC

HMI

Job description

North Point Technology in Detroit, MI, is seeking an experienced MES Controls Engineer to support high-volume discrete manufacturing. You will focus on MES, PLC integration, real-time production execution, and automation system reliability, collaborating with engineering, operations, and production teams to optimize MES-driven processes.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering or related field, experience with Allen-Bradley/Rockwell and Siemens PLC/HMI, strong PLC programming and