Control Engineer

Position Title: Controls Engineer 3

Location: Warren, MI 48092

Job Description:

**1st shift; core hours are 8am to 3pm | Hybrid

Controls Engineers to design, develop, and optimize automation and control systems that drive the future of automotive manufacturing at CLIENT. In this role, you’ll work on diverse automation projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to launch new programs, integrate cutting edge technologies, and support world-class manufacturing operations. This is an opportunity to apply your expertise in PLC/HMI programming, robotics, and industrial automation to improve system reliability, efficiency, and safety across high-tech production environments.

• Building automation that powers the future of automotive manufacturing

• Solving impactful technical challenges

• Working with cutting-edge robotics and PLC systems

• Taking ownership of major system launches

• Learning continuously in a rapidly advancing field

• Improving safety, reliability, and production efficiency

• Seeing ideas come to life on the factory floor

Typical Day in the Role:

Traveling to plant sites as needed and suppliers potentially for equipment buy offs but the home base is Warren Tech

Flex/Remote: Yes

Extension: Yes, based on performance and budget

Shutdown Days: Yes, potentially

High level of interaction with team

1. End-to-End Automation Expertise

You bring the ability to take automation systems from concept to commissioning—including PLC/HMI programming, robotics integration, testing, debug, and optimization—ensuring smooth launches and high system reliability.

2. Strong Cross-Functional Problem Solver

You excel at collaborating with mechanical, process, IT, and operations teams to diagnose issues, align on solutions, and drive improvements. You thrive in fast-paced environments and deliver clear, actionable solutions under pressure.

3. Continuous Improvement & Innovation Mindset

You consistently look for ways to make manufacturing systems safer, faster, and more reliable. Your drive to enhance cycle time, ergonomics, operator experience, and overall equipment performance sets you apart

Candidate Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree is preferred in electrical engineering
• Minimum of 3 years of experience required
• HMI and PLC project experience
• Automotive background is a plus as well as in-plant experience

Top 3 must-have hard skills:

• Team Player
• Technical experience with programming
• /Initiative/Assertive