Software Controls Engineer: 51386

STS Technical Services; Madison Heights (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

STS Technical Services is seeking a Controls Engineer with strong Allen-Bradley PLC experience for a 12-week contract. The assignment starts onsite in Warren, MI, and will transition to Auburn Hills, MI as the project progresses.

The role requires hands-on PLC programming, troubleshooting, and documentation skills, with collaboration across engineering teams at both sites. Full-time onsite work is required for the duration.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with Allen-Bradley PLC programming and RSLogix/Studio 5000.
• Background in industrial controls, automation, or integrator environments.
• Ability to work onsite full-time for the 12-week assignment.

Responsibilities

• Program, troubleshoot, and debug Allen-Bradley PLC systems.
• Support new equipment build, integration, and controls debug.
• Collaborate with engineering and project teams across Warren and Auburn Hills.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and controls documentation.
• Assist with commissioning and start-up activities during site transition.

Skills

Industrial controls

Troubleshooting

Electrical documentation

On-site readiness

Tools

RSLogix/Studio 5000

Allen-Bradley PLC programming

Job description

Controls Engineer – Allen-Bradley PLC (12-Week Contract) We're seeking a Controls Engineer with strong Allen-Bradley PLC experience for a 12-week contract opportunity.

This role starts onsite in Warren, MI, before transitioning to Auburn Hills, MI as the project progresses.

Responsibilities:

• Program, troubleshoot, and debug Allen-Bradley PLC systems
• Support new equipment build, integration, and controls debug
• Collaborate with engineering and project teams across both site locations
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and controls documentation
• Assist with commissioning and start-up activities as the project moves from Warren to Auburn Hills

Requirements:

• Proven hands‑on experience with Allen‑Bradley PLC programming (RSLogix/Studio 5000)
• Background in industrial controls, automation, or integrator environments
• Ability to work onsite full‑time for the duration of the 12‑week assignment
• Willingness to relocate onsite work from Warren, MI to Auburn Hills, MI as the project transitions
• Strong troubleshooting and electrical/controls documentation skills