Controls Engineer - Grandville Area

Salary Range: $81,000 - $126,000 depending on experience

Are you a dedicated professional with a passion for automation, PLC programming, and process control? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We partner with leading manufacturing companies in Grandville, seeking experienced Controls Engineers to strengthen their teams.

We partner with manufacturers across Grandville 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.

• Design, program, and implement PLC and HMI applications for automated manufacturing processes.
• Perform commissioning, testing, and validation of new control systems and equipment.
• Provide expert troubleshooting and technical support for industrial automation hardware and software.
• Optimize existing control systems for improved efficiency, reliability, and throughput.
• Develop and maintain accurate electrical schematics, control documentation, and software backups.
• Ensure all control system designs and modifications comply with safety standards and regulations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on automation projects from concept through completion.

• Extensive experience with PLC programming (e.g., Rockwell Automation, Siemens) and associated software.
• Proficiency in HMI/SCADA system design and development (e.g., Factory Talk View, Wonderware, Ignition).
• Strong understanding and practical experience with industrial communication protocols (e.g., Ether Net/IP, Profinet, Modbus TCP/IP).
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and debug complex automation systems in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with industrial electrical control panel design, schematics, and wiring standards.
• Familiarity with robotic systems (e.g., Fanuc, Kuka, ABB) and motion control applications.

• Experience with industrial robotics (e.g., FANUC, KUKA, ABB).
• Proficiency with industrial vision systems (e.g., Cognex, Keyence).
• Familiarity with MES/ERP integration for manufacturing data.
• Experience with SQL databases for data logging and reporting.

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.