Job Summary We are seeking experienced Controls Engineers with expertise in industrial automation, PLC programming, and HMI systems. Candidates with strong knowledge of GCCS standards or hands-on experience with Siemens PLC/HMI systems are preferred. The selected engineers will support controls development, troubleshooting, commissioning, and installation activities at manufacturing facilities. ## Key Responsibilities - Develop, modify, and troubleshoot PLC programs and HMI applications for industrial automation systems. - Configure, test, and maintain Siemens PLCs, HMIs, and associated control systems. - Apply GCCS standards and customer-specific controls requirements to automation projects, as applicable. - Support equipment installation, startup, commissioning, and production launch activities. - Diagnose electrical, controls, and automation issues and implement corrective actions. - Collaborate with electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, technicians, and project teams. - Perform system testing, validation, and troubleshooting to ensure reliable equipment operation. - Support onsite installation activities in Romulus, MI, following initial work in Wixom, MI. - Maintain technical documentation, including PLC backups, control schematics, and commissioning records. - Adapt to project schedules, including extended workweeks, holiday coverage, and occasional second-shift assignments. ## Required Qualifications - Experience as a Controls Engineer, Automation Engineer, PLC Programmer, or similar role. - Hands-on experience with industrial PLC programming and HMI development. - Strong Siemens PLC/HMI experience for candidates supporting Siemens-based controls systems. - Knowledge of industrial automation, electrical controls, troubleshooting, and commissioning. - Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and control-system documentation. - Experience supporting equipment installation, startup, or manufacturing operations. - Willingness to work onsite in Wixom, MI, and travel or relocate temporarily to the Romulus, MI installation site as required. - Flexibility to work extended hours, 6--7 days per week when needed, occasional second shifts, and holidays. ## Preferred Qualifications - Strong knowledge of GCCS standards and related controls specifications. - Experience with Siemens TIA Portal, STEP 7, WinCC, or similar Siemens automation tools. - Experience with industrial networking, I/O configuration, drives, sensors, and safety systems. - Background in manufacturing automation, machine controls, or equipment integration. - Experience with system commissioning, production launch, and onsite customer support.