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Controls Engineer

Job in Sterling Heights, Macomb County, Michigan, 48310, USA
Listing for: The Bartech Group, Inc.
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-16
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Manufacturing Engineer, Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 44 - 46 USD Hourly USD 44.00 46.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Bartech Staffing is a leading engineering, technical and professional staffing firm, and our clients include some of the nation's biggest companies. We are powered by Impellam Group, a connected group providing global workforce and specialist recruitment solutions. Our client has engaged us to assist them in hiring a contract Controls Engineer. If you are interested in an opportunity to get your foot in the door with leading company, we want to talk with you!

Hourly pay range $ 44-46

Overview
The Controls Engineer will be responsible for developing and implementing improvements to control systems and equipment using Factory Information Systems (FIS) data. This role involves troubleshooting automation and robotics, leading problem-solving initiatives, and ensuring seamless integration of controls into IT systems.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement improvements to control systems using FIS data.
  • Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis for equipment performance issues.
  • Coordinate resources to resolve problems and validate corrective actions.
  • Assist in training manufacturing personnel and plant electricians.
  • Integrate controls into IT systems such as FIS, Error Proofing, QWX, and QTS.
  • Troubleshoot machinery, robotics, automation, and controls to minimize downtime.
  • Use FIS plant monitoring software to review equipment cycle times.
  • Review and coordinate project installations.
  • Reprogram equipment for engineering changes and process improvements.
  • Maintain program backups for machinery and automation systems.
  • Program new installations for automation, material handling, and robotics.
  • Participate in risk assessments to ensure equipment safety compliance.

Required Skills

  • Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)
  • Good Manufacturing Practices
  • Troubleshooting and problem-solving
  • Error proofing

Preferred Skills

  • Lean Manufacturing principles
  • Robotics and automation
  • Electrical systems

Experience

  • Required:
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • 5+ years of related experience
  • Demonstrated leadership and strong interpersonal, team-building, and communication skills
  • Ability to work with UAW maintenance, vendors, and process team members
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
  • PLC experience (Siemens, Rexroth, Allen-Bradley)
  • Preferred:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering
  • Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experience
  • Strong problem-solving skills (8D, 5

    Why)
  • Familiarity with Lean tools (5S, Kanban, Poka-yoke, Value Stream Mapping)
  • Knowledge of UL508A and NFPA
    79 standards
  • Siemens Step 7 and TIA Portal programming
  • Required: High School Diploma / GED
  • Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
  • Fanuc controls troubleshooting
    Education
    • Required: High School Diploma / GED
    • Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
    Benefits

    As a Controls Engineer with Bartech Staffing, you will be working through an established and respected staffing organization with over 40 years of serving as a trusted partner to our client companies. We provide our talent with personal, responsive attention, and will assign an employee care representative to answer any questions or concerns that you might have. Depending upon the client, the assignment, and your performance, you can find potential opportunities for direct employment.

    At Impellam Group, we offer a competitive compensation package with benefits including:

    · Medical, dental, and vision

    · 401(k) plan with employee contribution opportunities


    · Paid time off, including holidays


    · 529 college savings program

    Make the most of your experience!

    Apply now!

    For this opportunity, the successful candidate will be directly employed by Bartech Staffing as a W2 employee while providing services to our client, who is looking for people who are eligible to work in the US and can start immediately.

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    Keyword:
    Controls, manufacturing, PLC, Lean Manufacturing

Impellam Group and its brands are equal-opportunity employers committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other factor determined to be unlawful under applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application, interview process, pre-employment activity, and the performance of crucial job functions.

If you require additional disability considerations, modifications, or adjustments please let us know by contacting H or fill out this form to request accommodations.

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