PLC Programmer – Automation & Controls (Caledonia Area)

The Pivot Group Careers; Caledonia Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 63,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Michigan is actively sourcing PLC Programmers for opportunities near Caledonia. This role focuses on designing, implementing, and optimizing PLC programs for manufacturing equipment, with emphasis on reliability and integration with HMIs and sensors.

Typical responsibilities include writing PLC code, debugging issues on the shop floor, and collaborating with engineers during installation and startup of new systems.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent experience in electrical engineering technology.
• Experience reading electrical schematics and ladder logic.
• Hands-on PLC programming experience with major brands.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineers and maintenance to improve equipment reliability.
• Support installation and startup of new automated systems.
• Write and modify PLC programs for manufacturing equipment.
• Troubleshoot PLC and control system issues on the production floor.
• Integrate PLCs with HMIs, sensors, and other automation devices.
• Perform testing and debugging of new and modified programs.
• Document program changes and maintain version control.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI configuration

Ladder logic

Electrical schematics reading

Industrial protocols

Education

Associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

Siemens PLC

Mitsubishi PLC

Job description

The Pivot Group Network in Michigan is actively sourcing PLC Programmers for opportunities near Caledonia. This role focuses on designing, implementing, and optimizing PLC programs for manufacturing equipment, with emphasis on reliability and integration with HMIs and sensors.

Typical responsibilities include writing PLC code, debugging issues on the shop floor, and collaborating with engineers during installation and startup of new systems.