Controls Engineer - Cadillac Area

Job Description:

Controls Engineer | Cadillac, MI

Salary Range: $81,000 - $126,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for automation, PLC programming, and process control? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in Cadillac seeking experienced Controls 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 are collaborating with manufacturing firms in Cadillac that are seeking skilled Controls Engineers. These organizations are dedicated to maintaining high standards and are looking for professionals who can contribute effectively. By joining our network, you position yourself for opportunities aligned with your career goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test control systems for manufacturing processes.
• Program PLCs, HMIs, and other industrial control devices.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical and control system issues.
• Implement and optimize automation solutions to improve production efficiency.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation for control systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on new equipment installations and upgrades.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in PLC programming (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Rockwell) within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong proficiency in HMI/SCADA system design and implementation.
• Proven experience with industrial networking protocols (e.g., EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, Modbus TCP/IP).
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex automation and control system issues.
• Experience with robotics and motion control systems is a plus.

Bonus Qualifications

• Additional certifications or training

Job Titles That Should Apply

Controls Engineer, Automation Engineer, PLC Programmer, SCADA Engineer, Industrial Control Engineer, Robotics Control Engineer, Instrumentation Engineer, Process Control Engineer, Control Systems Engineer, Mechatronics 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:
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Offers
TCP/IP
Robotics
Support
Instrumentation
Technical Documentation
Salary
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Partnerships
Electrical Engineering
Recruiting
Compensation
Mechanical Engineering
Manufacturing
Automation
Networking
Programming
Preparation
Documentation
Design
Engineering
Training

Salary Package:
$ 81,000.00 - 126,000.00 (US Dollar)