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PLC Controls Engineer

Optimal Staffing
Dearborn, MI Contractor
POSTED ON 12/15/2025 CLOSED ON 12/18/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the PLC Controls Engineer position at Optimal Staffing?

Position Description:

Interest in controls engineering with strong aptitude to quickly learn and apply controls knowledge.


Job Responsibilities:

  • Direct program experience with assembly and machining controls architectures (hardware/software).
  • Knowledge of programming principals on Siemens PLC and CNC/Motion controls systems.
  • Hands-on knowledge and ability to troubleshoot PLC, CNC, robot, vision and other automation issues.
  • Knowledge of cell machining systems and integration of CNC controls, gantries and auxiliary equipment as an asset.
  • Knowledge of assembly and machining RFID systems including complexity management, and QOS strategies.
  • Knowledge of international electrical/safety standards (UL, ISO, IEC etc.) and familiarity with internal/external safety processes (risk assessments, PSS, integrated safety, etc.).
  • Able to read electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic prints.
  • Ability to design electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic prints.
  • Understanding of communication network architectures and field bus protocols.
  • Extensive knowledge of PTME IT standard footprint applications such as FIS, QLSM, QWX, GPTS, QDAS, OBL, PDS etc.
  • Exposure and knowledge of all program delivery elements from the cost study phase to launch.
  • Able to read and modify Core Controls Specifications


Skills Required:

Writing skills; Programming skills; Program management skills


Experience Required:

PLC and/or CNC knowledge Assembly systems


Education Required:

BSEE or Engineering experience


Additional Information:

On site.

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