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Control Engineer - Industrial

Linked Professional Services
Detroit, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 4/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/8/2026

Control Engineer

Direct Hire | 1st Shift

We are seeking an experienced Control Engineer to support industrial operations through PLC/DCS maintenance, automation support, and continuous improvement of electrical and control systems. This role is hands-on and includes field work, close collaboration with maintenance teams, and support of plant instrumentation and electrical systems.

Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain, troubleshoot, and program PLC systems, including Allen-Bradley ControlLogix and SLC 500

  • Support and optimize DCS systems (DeltaV)

  • Perform field work to diagnose and resolve control, electrical, and instrumentation issues

  • Support maintenance and instrumentation teams with troubleshooting and system improvements

  • Manage and support Burner Management Systems (BMS)

  • Maintain and utilize data historians (e.g., AVEVA PI)

  • Support environmental compliance systems including CEMS/COMS

  • Develop and implement reliability and automation improvement strategies

  • Lead or support controls-related projects, upgrades, and documentation

  • Ensure control systems meet safety, operational, and regulatory requirements

Qualifications / Experience Needed

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology

  • 4 years of industrial controls or automation engineering experience
    (chemical, coke plant, power generation, or heavy industrial environment preferred)

  • Hands-on PLC experience

  • Experience performing field-based troubleshooting and support

  • Experience supporting maintenance teams

  • Knowledge of industrial instrumentation, sensors, and control devices

  • Experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs and DeltaV DCS

  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in an operating plant environment

What We Offer:

  • Full benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision) starting on your first day.

  • Pension and 401k for your future.

  • Holiday pay and vacation pay to help you recharge

Linked, LLC is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We celebrate and embrace differences and are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Our goal is to ensure that every employee and applicant is treated with respect and fairness. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates and are committed to making reasonable accommodations to support diverse needs throughout the hiring process. Linked, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to fostering a work environment where everyone can thrive.

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