Controls Engineer | Niles, MI
Salary Range: $86,000 - $131,000 depending on experience
Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for automation, PLC programming, and process control? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We collaborate with leading companies in the Niles area seeking experienced Controls Engineers.
We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan's manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.
This posting covers Controls Engineer opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Niles in Berrien County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including Benton Harbor, St. Joseph, Stevensville, and Dowagiac.
The Opportunity
We collaborate with multiple companies in the Niles area seeking experienced Controls Engineers. These organizations value long-term fit and look for professionals who bring both skill and alignment. By joining our network, you gain access to opportunities tailored to your goals.
Usual Responsibilities
- Maintain electrical schematics and control documentation.
- Diagnose electrical and instrumentation faults during downtime.
- Coordinate controls work with maintenance and production teams.
- Test and validate safety systems and machine interlocks.
- Support continuous improvement projects on the plant floor.
- Troubleshoot PLC and HMI issues on production equipment.
- Program and modify PLC logic for process changes.
- Support installation and startup of new automated equipment.
Recommended Qualifications
- Experience supporting controls in a manufacturing environment.
- Working knowledge of HMI and SCADA systems.
- Strong troubleshooting skills under production pressure.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field.
- Hands-on experience with PLC programming, such as Allen-Bradley or Siemens.
- Ability to read and update electrical schematics.
Bonus Qualifications
- Familiarity with industrial networks such as Ethernet/IP.
- Knowledge of safety standards and machine guarding.
- Experience with vision systems or sensors.
- Project management experience for equipment upgrades.
- Experience with robotics or motion control systems.
Job Titles That Should Apply
Instrumentation and Controls Engineer, Automation Controls Specialist, Electrical Engineer, Automation Engineer, Electrical Controls Engineer, PLC Programmer, Controls Systems Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Process Controls Engineer
Work Authorization
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.
Why The Pivot Group Network
The Pivot Group Network 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. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.
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 at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network 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.