PLC Programmer – Industrial Automation & HMI Specialist

the-pivot-group-careers; Battle Creek (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Battle Creek, MI is seeking a PLC Programmer to develop and program PLC and HMI systems for manufacturing equipment. You will troubleshoot, design control architectures, and collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in electrical engineering or related field and 3+ years of PLC programming (Siemens S7, Rockwell Logix), with experience in Profinet, Ethernet/IP, and Modbus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience programming PLCs (Siemens S7, Rockwell Logix) in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in industrial communication protocols (Profinet, Ethernet/IP, Modbus).
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and P&ID diagrams.
• Experience with HMI/SCADA development and integration.

Responsibilities

• Develop and program PLC and HMI systems for new and existing manufacturing equipment.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical and control system issues on production lines.
• Design and implement control system architecture, including hardware selection, network configuration, and safety integration.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and maintenance teams to define control requirements.
• Create and maintain documentation for PLC programs and control system designs.
• Conduct testing and validation of control systems for safety and performance.
• Provide technical support and training to maintenance personnel.

Skills

PLC programming experience

HMI/SCADA development

Electrical schematics & P&ID reading

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

Siemens S7

Rockwell Logix

Job description

The Pivot Group Network in Battle Creek, MI is seeking a PLC Programmer to develop and program PLC and HMI systems for manufacturing equipment. You will troubleshoot, design control architectures, and collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in electrical engineering or related field and 3+ years of PLC programming (Siemens S7, Rockwell Logix), with experience in Profinet, Ethernet/IP, and Modbus.