Controls Engineer | Allendale, MI

Salary Range: $82,000 - $127,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for automation, PLC programming, and process control? The Pivot Group is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We are collaborating with companies in Allendale seeking experienced Controls Engineers.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across Allendale 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, develop, and implement industrial control systems including PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA.
• Program and configure programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and human-machine interfaces (HMIs) for automated machinery.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve complex electrical, software, and automation issues to minimize production downtime.
• Lead the installation, commissioning, and validation of new control systems and equipment.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive electrical schematics, control documentation, and software backups.
• Ensure all control systems comply with safety standards, quality requirements, and operational specifications.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives for existing control systems and manufacturing processes.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proficiency in PLC programming (e.g., Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, Siemens) and HMI/SCADA development.
• Strong understanding of industrial networking protocols (e.g., Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Modbus TCP/IP).
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve complex control system issues.
• Experience with robotics programming and integration (e.g., Fanuc, KUKA, ABB).
• Ability to read, interpret, and develop electrical schematics and control panel layouts.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with industrial robotics programming and integration (e.g., Fanuc, Kuka, ABB).
• Proficiency with vision systems for quality inspection and guidance (e.g., Cognex, Keyence).
• Familiarity with MES/SCADA integration and data historians (e.g., Ignition, Rockwell Historian, OSIsoft PI).
• Knowledge of industrial network design and cybersecurity best practices for control systems.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Controls Engineer, Automation Engineer, PLC Engineer, Industrial Controls Engineer, SCADA Engineer, Process Control Engineer, Robotics Controls Engineer, Mechatronics Engineer, Instrumentation and Controls Engineer, Control Systems 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.