PLC Programmer - Spring Lake Area

the-pivot-group-careers; Spring Lake (MI); On-site; USD 67,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Spring Lake, MI is seeking PLC Programmers to lead and enhance manufacturing operations. This role focuses on developing and programming PLC logic for new and existing equipment across West Michigan partners.

Ideal candidates have an Associate's degree in a related field and 3+ years of PLC programming experience with Siemens, Allen-Bradley, or Rockwell, plus skills in ladder logic, structured text, and HMI/SCADA. Competitive salary ranges from $67,000 to $105,000.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience programming and troubleshooting PLCs (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Rockwell).
• Proficiency in ladder logic, structured text, and function block diagram programming languages.
• Strong understanding of industrial control systems, HMI development, and SCADA integration.
• Experience with VFDs, servo drives, and industrial communication protocols (e.g., EtherNet/IP, PROFINET).
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and P&ID diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and program PLC logic for new and existing manufacturing equipment.
• Troubleshoot and debug PLC programs, HMI interfaces, and robotic systems.
• Design and implement control system solutions, including hardware selection and network configuration.
• Collaborate with engineers and production staff to optimize manufacturing processes and equipment performance.
• Perform routine maintenance, upgrades, and modifications to PLC-controlled machinery.
• Create and maintain detailed documentation for PLC programs, electrical schematics, and control system designs.

Skills

Ladder logic

Structured text

HMI development

SCADA integration

Industrial networking

Education

Associate's degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics

Tools

Siemens PLCs

Allen-Bradley/ Rockwell

Job description

PLC Programmer | Spring Lake, MI

Salary Range: $67,000 - $105,000 depending on experience

Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for excelling in plc programmer? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Spring Lake seeking PLC Programmers to lead and enhance their operations.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. 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.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across Spring Lake seeking PLC Programmers who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and program PLC logic for new and existing manufacturing equipment.


• Troubleshoot and debug PLC programs, HMI interfaces, and robotic systems.


• Design and implement control system solutions, including hardware selection and network configuration.


• Collaborate with engineers and production staff to optimize manufacturing processes and equipment performance.


• Perform routine maintenance, upgrades, and modifications to PLC-controlled machinery.


• Create and maintain detailed documentation for PLC programs, electrical schematics, and control system designs.

Recommended Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical field.


• 3+ years of experience programming and troubleshooting PLCs (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Rockwell).


• Proficiency in ladder logic, structured text, and function block diagram programming languages.


• Strong understanding of industrial control systems, HMI development, and SCADA integration.


• Experience with VFDs, servo drives, and industrial communication protocols (e.g., EtherNet/IP, PROFINET).


• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and P&ID diagrams.

Bonus Qualifications

• Additional certifications or training

Job Titles That Should Apply

PLC Programmer, Industrial Automation Engineer, Controls Engineer, Automation Technician, SCADA Engineer, Robotics Programmer, Automation Specialist, Mechatronics Engineer, Electrical Controls Engineer, Instrumentation Engineer

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.