Controls Engineer | Charlotte, MI

Salary Range: $77,000 - $122,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for automation, PLC programming, and process control? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in Charlotte seeking experienced Controls Engineers.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across Charlotte seeking Controls Engineers who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, program, and maintain PLC and HMI/SCADA systems for manufacturing equipment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex control system issues, including electrical, software, and network components.
• Develop and implement control system architectures, including component selection and electrical schematics.
• Lead the commissioning and startup of new automated machinery and process lines.
• Identify and implement control system improvements to enhance efficiency, quality, and safety.
• Create and maintain detailed technical documentation for control systems and programming.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on automation projects from concept to completion.

Recommended Qualifications

• Expertise in PLC programming (e.g., Rockwell Automation, Siemens) and associated software.
• Proficiency in HMI/SCADA system development and integration (e.g., FactoryTalk View, Ignition).
• Strong understanding of industrial communication protocols (e.g., EtherNet/IP, Profinet, Modbus TCP/IP).
• Ability to design, troubleshoot, and commission industrial control panels and automation equipment.
• Experience with industrial robotics programming and integration (e.g., FANUC, KUKA, ABB).
• Solid knowledge of servo/motion control systems and variable frequency drives (VFDs).

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with industrial robotics (e.g., FANUC, KUKA, ABB).
• Proficiency with industrial vision systems (e.g., Cognex, Keyence, Sick).
• Familiarity with MES/SCADA integration and database historians (e.g., Ignition, OSIsoft PI).
• Basic programming skills in Python or C# for data analysis or custom tool development.
• Knowledge of industrial network architecture and cybersecurity best practices.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Automation Engineer, Industrial Automation Engineer, PLC Programmer, SCADA Engineer, Process Control Engineer, Control Systems Engineer, Instrumentation Engineer, Mechatronics Engineer, Robotics Engineer

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.