Automation Engineer - Cadillac Area

Job Description:

Automation Engineer | Cadillac, MI

Salary Range: $78,000 - $123,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for designing systems that improve efficiency and reduce manual processes? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We are collaborating with companies in Cadillac seeking experienced Automation Engineers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Cadillac region seeking Automation Engineers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates-not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement automation solutions for manufacturing processes.
• Program PLCs, HMIs, and industrial robots for new and existing equipment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex automation system issues, including electrical, mechanical, and software problems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (production, maintenance, engineering) to identify automation opportunities and improve process efficiency.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including schematics, wiring diagrams, and operating procedures.
• Conduct root cause analysis for automation-related downtime and implement corrective actions.
• Stay current with emerging automation technologies and recommend their application where appropriate.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in industrial automation, robotics, or control systems within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in programming PLCs (e.g., Siemens, Rockwell, Mitsubishi) and industrial robots (e.g., KUKA, FANUC, ABB).
• Strong understanding of sensor technologies, vision systems, and industrial networking protocols (e.g., EtherNet/IP, PROFINET).
• Experience with SCADA and HMI development for process visualization and control.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve complex automation system issues.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with vision systems (e.g., Cognex, Keyence).
• Familiarity with ISA-88 batch control standards.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines for automation projects.
• Experience with robotic simulation software (e.g., RoboDK, Process Simulate).

Job Titles That Should Apply

Automation Engineer, Robotics Engineer, Control Systems Engineer, Mechatronics Engineer, Industrial Automation Engineer, Process Automation Engineer, Manufacturing Automation Engineer, Automation Specialist, Automation Technician, Automation Lead, Automation Architect, Robotics Process Automation Engineer, RPA Engineer, PLC Programmer, SCADA Engineer

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic-they 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. Learn more at

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 at The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search-market 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.

Required Skills:
• Resume
• Offers
• Robotics
• Diagrams
• Access
• Support
• Development
• Root Cause Analysis
• Technical Documentation
• ROOT
• Pipelines
• Analysis
• Visualization
• Salary
• CI/CD
• Hiring
• Partnerships
• Corrective Actions
• Recruiting
• Compensation
• Manufacturing
• Automation
• Networking
• Programming
• Computer Science
• Preparation
• Software
• Documentation
• Maintenance
• Design
• Engineering
• Science


Salary Package:
$ 78,000.00 - 123,000.00 (US Dollar)