Controls Engineer

Company: LHH US
Location: Troy
Posted on: January 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Controls Engineer - Manufacturing (Detroit Metro) Full-Time | On-Site | Confidential Client Are you a hands-on Controls Engineer looking to make a measurable impact in a fast?paced manufacturing environment? I'm partnering with a long?standing, growth?oriented manufacturer in the Detroit metro area that is investing heavily in automation and process optimization. They are seeking a sharp, driven engineering professional who can own PLC systems, troubleshoot efficiently, and support continuous improvement across the plant. About the Role In this role, you'll serve as the go-to controls resource-supporting production, upgrading automation systems, and ensuring that high?volume operations run safely, reliably, and efficiently. You'll collaborate closely with Engineering, Maintenance, and Operations teams to support new equipment integration, upgrades, and ongoing process improvements. Key Responsibilities Develop, modify, and optimize PLC programs (ladder logic, structured text, function block) for manufacturing equipment. Support equipment installation, commissioning, debugging, and start-up activities. Analyze downtime events, troubleshoot electrical/controls issues, and drive root?cause corrective actions. Integrate PLCs with auxiliary systems including HMIs, drives, sensors, safety circuits, and plant networks. Maintain and update documentation: electrical schematics, I/O lists, technical manuals, and change logs. Collaborate cross?functionally with production, quality, and maintenance teams to support efficiency and reliability initiatives. Ensure compliance with relevant electrical and safety standards within an industrial environment. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Mechatronics, or a related field. 3 years of experience in controls or automation engineering within a manufacturing setting. Strong proficiency in PLC programming (Allen?Bradley or Siemens experience strongly preferred). Solid understanding of industrial automation hardware: VFDs, sensors, HMIs, robotics interfaces, and safety controllers. Proven troubleshooting and problem?solving skills in a production environment. Preferred (Not Required) Experience with HMI development (FactoryTalk View, WinCC, or similar). Exposure to industrial networking (EtherNet/IP, Profinet). Familiarity with AutoCAD Electrical or similar tools for reading/modifying schematics. Background supporting continuous improvement, OEE initiatives, or lean manufacturing. Why It's a Strong Opportunity High visibility within a growing automation environment. Ability to own controls projects end?to?end. Stable, well?established company with strong investment in modernization. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package. Pay Details: $100,000.00 to $140,000.00 per year Search managed by: Drew Mayer Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate -privacy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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