Controls Engineer - Fremont Area

Job Description:

Controls Engineer | Fremont, MI

Salary Range: $85,000 - $130,000 depending on experience

Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for automation, PLC programming, and process control? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Fremont seeking Controls Engineers to lead and enhance their operations.

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 are partnering with organizations in Fremont that are seeking Controls Engineers. These companies are committed to building strong teams and are looking for professionals who can lead initiatives effectively. By connecting with The Pivot Group Network, you position yourself for roles that match your background and aspirations.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test control systems for manufacturing processes.
• Program PLCs, HMIs, and industrial robots for automated production lines.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical and software issues in control systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define control system requirements and specifications.
• Develop and maintain documentation for control systems, including schematics and software code.
• Implement and optimize process control strategies to improve efficiency and product quality.
• Provide technical support and training to operations and maintenance personnel on control systems.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automation, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in PLC programming (Siemens TIA Portal, Rockwell Studio 5000 preferred) and HMI/SCADA development.
• Strong understanding of industrial control systems, robotics, vision systems, and motion control.
• Demonstrated experience with electrical design, panel layout, and troubleshooting of industrial machinery.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical schematics, P&IDs, and technical documentation.
• Experience with industrial networking protocols (e.g., EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, Modbus TCP/IP).

Bonus Qualifications

• Additional certifications or training

Job Titles That Should Apply

Controls Engineer, Automation Engineer, PLC Programmer, SCADA Engineer, Industrial Control Systems Engineer, Mechatronics Engineer, Robotics Engineer, Control Systems Integrator, Instrumentation and Controls Engineer, Process Controls 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 ;br>
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
TCP/IP
Robotics
Support
Product Quality
Development
Instrumentation
Technical Documentation
Operations
Machinery
Salary
Hiring
Partnerships
Electrical Engineering
Recruiting
Compensation
Mechanical Engineering
Manufacturing
Specifications
Automation
Networking
Programming
Technical Support
Troubleshooting
Preparation
Software
Documentation
Maintenance
Design
Engineering
Training

Salary Package:
$ 85,000.00 - 130,000.00 (US Dollar)