Senior Manufacturing Controls & Robotics Engineer

Ready to own factory uptime and automation performance?

We’re hiring a Manufacturing Controls & Robotics Engineer in Alma, Michigan (Direct Hire). Pay: $95,000–$100,000 annually based on proven experience. Relocation available.

Is this you?

• Fluent in Allen‑Bradley PLC/HMI environments (SLC 500, MicroLogix, CompactLogix, PanelView)?
• Comfortable integrating robotics, vision, servo motion, and MES into high‑volume automotive assembly?
• Hands‑on problem solver who can trace faults across Ethernet/IP, DH+, DH‑485, and RS‑232 networks?
• Equally at home editing logic, updating AutoCAD schematics, and coaching technicians on troubleshooting?
  
  

What you’ll tackle

• Design, program, and troubleshoot PLC/HMI control systems to improve OEE and reliability.
• Support production and maintenance to minimize downtime; resolve AC/DC and PNP/NPN sensor issues.
• Commission new equipment and manage machine buyoffs to plant specifications and safety standards.
• Lead continuous improvement and introduce technologies that elevate efficiency and product quality.
• Participate in vendor quoting, design reviews, and standardization for cost‑effective solutions.
• Maintain plant‑wide controls documentation; manage electrical spare parts (crib stock).
• Train maintenance and operations teams on new systems and troubleshooting techniques.
  
  

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What you bring

• Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or related discipline preferred.
• 5+ years of controls engineering in manufacturing; automotive interiors or Tier 1 preferred.
• Strong PLC programming and HMI development skills; working knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics.
• Experience with automated assembly using Poka‑Yoke and MES; injection molding exposure is a plus.
• Electrical proficiency from 480 VAC three‑phase and 110 VAC power to 24 VDC control circuits.

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• Proven ability to handle multiple projects, equipment validation, and buyoff procedures.
• Excellent communication and collaboration; Microsoft Office proficiency.
  
  

Role context

You’ll operate within a high‑volume automotive interior manufacturing environment, ensuring equipment reliability, production efficiency, and safety compliance through robust controls engineering.

Compliance

A successful candidate will be subject to a background check and must receive satisfactory results of the same, as a condition of joining the team.

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