Controls Engineer 3

Epitec, Inc

Detroit, MI

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

SKILLS

Allen-Bradley, Assembly Equipment, Automation, Communications Protocols, Computer Programming, Control Engineering, Control Systems, Debugging Skills, Document Management, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Wiring, Electricity, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Ethernet, Fanuc Robotics, Human Machine Interface (HMI), IP (Internet Protocol), Identify Issues, Industrial Engineering, Maintenance - Electrical, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Automation, Manufacturing Equipment, Mechanical Engineering, Operational Support, Performance Management, Problem Solving Skills, Production Machining, Production Support, Production Systems, Program Control, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Regulations, Reporting Skills, Safety Standards, Schematics, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), System Integration (SI), System Test, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Engineering, Technical Operations, Testing

LOCATION

Detroit, MI

POSTED

1 day ago

Epitec is seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to join our automotive client's team in Detroit, MI. As a Controls Engineer, the candidate will play a pivotal role in maintaining and optimizing automated production systems, ensuring manufacturing equipment runs efficiently, safely, and with minimal downtime through hands-on troubleshooting, controls programming, and continuous system improvement.

This begins as an 18 month W2 contract with potential for conversion/extension
This is 3rd shift, midnights position
This position offers $61.25/hour, 10 days PTO, medical & retirement contributions (if desired)
Overtime expected and paid at time & a half

Top Responsibilities:

Design and implement control systems for industrial automation and manufacturing equipment
Program, modify, and troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA systems supporting production
Diagnose and resolve issues on production machining and assembly equipment (hands-on in plant ~50% of time)
Integrate sensors, actuators, and automation components into control systems
Perform system testing, debugging, and optimization to improve uptime and performance
Support maintenance and operations teams with technical troubleshooting and issue resolution
Maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control documentation
Ensure systems meet safety standards and industrial automation regulations
Collaborate with mechanical and electrical engineers on system integration and fixes
Document issues, create reports, and support shift hand-offs for ongoing production work

Top Qualifications:

5+ years of experience in controls engineering or industrial automation
Strong PLC programming skills (Allen-Bradley and/or Siemens)
Experience with HMI and SCADA systems
Experience with industrial communication protocols (EtherNet/IP, Modbus, Profibus)
Hands-on troubleshooting experience in a manufacturing/plant environment
Experience with Siemens platforms (TIA Portal, Step 7, 840D) — strong preference
Exposure to robotics (Fanuc or KUKA) — big plus
Ability to read electrical schematics and understand control theory
Experience with automated equipment maintenance and system optimization

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About the Company

Epitec, Inc

Epitec is a leading staffing and recruiting services company with a mission to make staffing personal. We go beyond traditional hiring by truly understanding our candidates and matching them with the perfect opportunities. We offer competitive compensation, career growth, and support throughout the entire process. Working with top Fortune 500 companies, we are recognized for our excellence with numerous awards, including Best & Brightest and diversity recognitions. At Epitec, we're redefining the future of employment.

COMPANY SIZE

2,500 to 4,999 employees

INDUSTRY

Staffing/Employment Agencies

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Professional Development, 401K, Employee Referral Program, Life Insurance

FOUNDED

1978

WEBSITE

https://epitec.com/

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