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PLC Controls Engineer

Strivector

Strivector Corp is a National Staffing and Recruiting agency established in 2012 and headquartered in Austin, Texas. We are a preferred partner for several Fortune 500 companies nationwide. Strivector has been consistently rated a rare 4.6/5 on Google, Indeed and Glassdoor by our candidates, customers, employees and contractors.
Elevate your professional journey with us. Strivector's premier client (a well-known market leader in their space) is hiring for the following full-time direct hire position.

POSITION OVERVIEW
As a PLC Controls Engineer , your roles and responsibilities will include:
  • Proficient with Allen-Bradley PLCs (RSLogix 5000/Studio 5000) and HMI's; Siemens or other languages are a plus.
  • Basic understanding of electrical and pneumatic control systems.
  • Read, follow, and implement customer-specific controls design standards.
  • Interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, and device data sheets.
  • Commission and debug automation systems.
  • Apply common sense to execute instructions in written, oral, or diagram form.
  • Interface with Mechanical Design, shop trades, and customers.
  • Use testing and metering devices.
  • Ensure compliance with customer specifications.
  • Collaborate with design teams and project management to update designs.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Willing to travel up to 75%, depending on project needs.

QUALIFICATIONS
Most importantly, you need to be a passionate PLC Controls Engineer who enjoys his work and is considered to be one of the best within your organization. The ideal PLC Controls Engineer would be someone with deep experience in many (if not all) of the following:
  • Bachelor's Degree and 5 years of controls experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferred: Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science.
We understand that even if you are a seasoned PLC Controls Engineer you may not have all the skills listed here.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Compensation: Based on Experience. One of the best in the industry
Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree
Minimum Experience: 5 years of control experience
Type of position: 12 months of Contract with a possible extension
Location: Sterling Heights, MI
Relocation accepted: No
Remote / Hybrid: No
Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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