Controls Engineer

Process Controls Engineer (Remote)

• Location: REMOTE

• Occasional Travel to MI sites - (10% travel between Lansing to Detroit area sites)

• Hourly pay - 45hr- 55hr DOE (1.5 OT)

Seeking a Controls Engineer / PLC Programmer to join our team. This role offers the opportunity to work on projects across all phases.

This is an excellent opportunity for a controls engineer with PLC troubleshooting skills who is seeking professional growth within a well-established organization.

• Program PLCs and HMIs for automation and control systems.

• Specify and select electrical components, PLCs, and instrumentation based on engineering principles and project requirements.

• Develop electrical schematics.

• Troubleshoot hardware and software systems.

• Design and debug SCADA and Data Acquisition Systems.

• Perform power-up, debugging, and calibration of control systems.

• Support the development and standardization of design platforms.

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (preferred)

• 2+ years of hands-on PLC and HMI/SCADA programming

• Proficient with major PLC platforms (Rockwell OR Siemens, GE, Modicon, Emerson Control Wave, etc.)

• Experience with HMI/SCADA platforms (Factory Talk, Maple, VTSCADA, Wonderware, Ignition, etc.) a PLUS

• Industrial electrical experience including 480
  
  VAC 3-phase, 120
  
  VAC, 24
  
  VDC systems, and VFDs - a PLUS

• Strong troubleshooting of automation controls (motor starters, VFDs, electrical components)

• Knowledge of process control instrumentation is a Plus

• Logical and systematic problem-solving abilities

• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations (NEC, IEEE, NFPA, OSHA) - is a plus

• Ability to read, revise, and develop PLC logic, HMI/SCADA programs, and VFD parameters

• Strong attention to detail for maintaining accurate drawings, BOMs, and equipment documentation

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account.

In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.  for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Your engineering skills are in demand, but how do you find the right fit? Easy. At Kelly Engineering, our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. We connect you with leading organizations where you can collaborate on innovative projects, work with cutting‑edge technologies and accelerate your growth. Whether you prefer the variety and flexibility of short‑term projects or are looking for a long‑term opportunity, we’re here to guide you to the next step in your engineering career.

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