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PLC Controls Engineer

OpTech
Warren, MI Contractor
POSTED ON 8/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/4/2026

Why work at G-Tech? 
G-Tech is a woman-owned company that values your ideas, encourages your growth, and always has your back. When you work at OpTech/G-Tech, not only do you get health and dental benefits, but you also have training opportunities, flexible/remote work options, growth opportunities, 401K and competitive pay. Apply today! 

Title: Controls Engineer
Location: Warren, MI (Some weekend work will be required depends on business need)
Travel to Toledo, OH based on the need
52 Weeks Contract
Overtime: 5 hrs. Depending on business need
Shift: 8 AM – 4 PM i.e., 1st Shift but candidate should be flexible  

Job Summary:
The main function of a controls engineer is to initiate control system design from written sequences of operation. A typical controls engineer is responsible for designing complex piping and wiring diagrams along with providing technical support across various control systems projects.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Engineer and design pneumatic piping diagrams.
  • Engineer and design electrical wiring diagrams.
  • Engineer and design hydraulic piping diagrams.
  • Design electrical control panels.
  • Design programmable logic controller software.
  • Design programmable human machine interface (HMI) software.
  • Tryout, debug and provide start-up support for control systems.
  • Provide technical support for installation of tools and equipment.
  • Provide technical support for training of plant personnel.
  • Travel to plant sites as required.

Skills:

  • Proficient with application of programmable machine controls hardware and software.
  • Proficient with application of Servo drive hardware and software.
  • Proficient with AutoCAD.
  • Familiarity with basic electrical standards.
  • Familiarity with basic safety standards.
  • Capable of supervision.

Education/Experience:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in a technical field.
  • 5-7 years of experience required.

Must Have:

  • PLC Logic/ Electrical Print Reading and understand Ethernet Networks
  • Commission and debug ASRS (Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems)
  • Review PLC logic
  • Review and approve WD (Wiring Diagrams)
  • Track and Close open issues.
  • Overall Project management for ASRS equipment
  • Wiring Diagrams
  • Conduct Standardized work for the client''s controls engineer.

 By submitting your application, you acknowledge that recruiting technologies, including AI-assisted tools, may be used to support candidate evaluation, sourcing, matching, and communications. G-Tech is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

 

Salary : $45 - $50

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