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Controls Engineer
Job Location:
Job Location:
Pontiac, MI - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
17 August 2026 (6 hours ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
14 November 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled Controls Engineer to join our Clients Facilities Maintenance team. This role is responsible for maintaining troubleshooting and optimizing building automation systems programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and related control systems to ensure seamless facility operations. The ideal candidate will combine technical expertise with strong problem-solving abilities and a commitment to continuous improvement and cost savings.This is a 1st shift position.
Key Responsibilities
Systems Management & Technical Support
Education & Experience
Key Responsibilities
Systems Management & Technical Support
- Respond to and resolve Maximo preventive maintenance (PM) tasks Corrigo work orders and client service calls daily
- Building management systems (BMS) including Tridium platforms ensuring proper functionality in coordination with contractors
- Create and maintain backups of all PLC HMI and VFD software parameters on a monthly basis
- Provide emergency after-hours support for critical facility systems as needed
- Prepare weekly and monthly EPA reports for the Environmental Team
- Develop and update Technical Information System (TIS) documents for the maintenance team
- Maintain and update facility drawings and logic repositories in dual locations (SharePoint)
- Complete problem-solving documentation and safety catch reports monthly
- Train and mentor maintenance technicians on Maximo computer systems and technical procedures
- Assist with supervisory tasks including work permit creation onboarding and communication with client leadership
- Coordinate weekend coverage for off-site incident commander duties
- Participate in weekly Client team meetings and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
- Lead controls projects focused on continuous improvement and cost savings
- Research and recommend alternative options for discontinued parts and equipment
- Manage and maintain three operational maintenance laptops with required software and IT updates
Education & Experience
- Associates or Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Controls Engineering or related technical field preferred
- Minimum 35 years of experience with industrial control systems PLCs HMIs and building automation systems
- Proficiency with PLC programming and troubleshooting (Allen-Bradley Siemens or similar platforms)
- Experience with building management systems particularly Tridium
- Strong understanding of VFDs HMI systems and SCADA applications
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics P&IDs and technical drawings
- Maximo CMMS experience required
- Proficiency with Corrigo work order management system
- Competency with Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint
- Client Workday Client Connect and Cority experience preferred
- Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) certification required
- First Aid/CPR certification required
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 preferred
- EPA compliance training experience preferred
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
- Flexibility to provide off-hours emergency support when required
- Commitment to safety quality and continuous improvement
- Ability to work in industrial environments including labs and mechanical rooms
- Comfortable working at heights and in confined spaces when necessary
- Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally
- Able to stand walk climb and kneel for extended periods
