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Controls Engineer - Ignition SCADA / PLC Programming

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Job Description

Controls Engineer – Ignition SCADA / PLC Programming

Location: Detroit, Michigan Area
Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Controls Engineer / Automation Engineer with strong expertise in Ignition SCADA Programming , PLC Programming , Industrial Automation , and Control Systems Integration for a permanent position in the Detroit, Michigan area.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience designing, developing, programming, troubleshooting, and supporting Ignition SCADA Systems , PLC Integration , and Manufacturing Automation Systems . Previous experience in Automotive Manufacturing , particularly with Rockwell Automation / Allen-Bradley PLCs and General Motors (GM) Manufacturing Systems , is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, configure, program, and maintain Ignition SCADA / HMI Applications for industrial manufacturing environments.
  • Design, develop, troubleshoot, and optimize PLC Control Systems and Industrial Automation Solutions .
  • Integrate Ignition SCADA Platforms with Rockwell / Allen-Bradley PLCs and industrial equipment.
  • Support PLC-to-SCADA Communication , System Integration , and Real-Time Manufacturing Data Monitoring .
  • Troubleshoot Industrial Control Systems , automation equipment, and manufacturing process issues.
  • Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and maintenance teams to improve Production Efficiency , System Reliability , and Automation Performance .
  • Support commissioning, testing, and implementation of Automated Manufacturing Systems .
  • Assist with Controls System Upgrades , SCADA Development , and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

  • Hands-on experience in Controls Engineering , Automation Engineering , or Industrial Control Systems .
  • Strong programming and development experience with Inductive Automation Ignition SCADA .
  • Proven experience with PLC Programming , PLC Integration , and Industrial Automation Systems .
  • Familiarity with Rockwell Automation , Allen-Bradley PLCs , and Studio 5000 / RSLogix is preferred.
  • Experience developing and troubleshooting SCADA / HMI Systems .
  • Understanding of Industrial Communication Protocols , PLC Connectivity , and manufacturing automation architecture.
  • Experience in Automotive Manufacturing Automation is highly preferred.
  • Knowledge of General Motors (GM) Manufacturing Systems , controls standards, or plant automation environments is a strong advantage.
  • Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and technical communication skills.
  • Ability to work in the Detroit, Michigan area for a full-time, permanent position.

Preferred Technical Skills

  • Ignition SCADA Development
  • Ignition Perspective / Vision
  • Rockwell / Allen-Bradley PLC Programming
  • Studio 5000 / RSLogix 5000
  • PLC / HMI Integration
  • SCADA System Integration
  • OPC UA / Industrial Communication
  • Automotive Manufacturing Automation
  • GM Manufacturing Systems
  • Industrial Controls Troubleshooting

Controls Engineer, Automation Engineer, Ignition SCADA Programming, Ignition SCADA Development, Inductive Automation Ignition SCADA, PLC Programming, PLC Integration, Industrial Automation, Rockwell Automation, Allen-Bradley PLCs, Studio 5000, RSLogix 5000, SCADA / HMI Development, Control Systems Integration, Industrial Controls Troubleshooting, Automotive Manufacturing Automation, GM Manufacturing Systems, OPC UA, PLC / HMI Integration, Detroit Michigan Controls Engineer

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