Controls Engineer Mattawan Area

Controls Engineer Mattawan MI

Salary Range: $84000 - $129000 depending on experience

Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for automation PLC programming and process control The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in Mattawan seeking skilled Controls Engineers.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Mattawan that are adding Controls Engineers to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

Key Responsibilities

• Design develop and program PLC/HMI applications for automated manufacturing equipment.
• Commission test and troubleshoot industrial control systems to ensure operational efficiency.
• Provide technical support and resolve complex automation issues to minimize production downtime.
• Optimize existing control system performance reliability and safety through continuous improvement.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive electrical schematics control documentation and software backups.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on automation projects from concept to completion.
• Ensure all control systems comply with industry safety standards and regulatory requirements.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proficiency in PLC programming (e.g. Rockwell/Allen-Bradley Siemens) and HMI/SCADA development.
• Strong understanding of industrial control systems instrumentation and sensor technologies.
• Experience with industrial networking protocols (e.g. Ethernet/IP Profinet) and machine safety standards.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot diagnose and resolve complex automation and electrical issues.
• Proven experience in the commissioning startup and optimization of automated manufacturing equipment.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with industrial robotics machine vision systems or laser systems.
• Proficiency with SQL databases and/or MES (Manufacturing Execution System) integration.
• Familiarity with industrial network architectures (e.g. Ethernet/IP Profinet) and OT cybersecurity principles.
• Experience with CAD software for electrical schematics and panel layouts (e.g. AutoCAD Electrical EPLAN).

Job Titles That Should Apply

Controls Engineer Automation Engineer Industrial Automation Engineer PLC Programmer SCADA Engineer Robotics Engineer Process Controls Engineer Control Systems Engineer Mechatronics Engineer

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategicthey 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.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your searchmarket insights resume feedback and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.