PLC Controls Engineer

Position Overview

Leidos is seeking an experienced PLC Controls Engineer for work at its Walled Lake, Michigan office. We are seeking qualified individuals with experience to excel in a high-performance team responsible for the development and delivery of market‑leading controls services and solutions.

As a Controls Engineer, you will provide technical expertise and work as part of a team with other engineers and consultants involved in the design and implementation of diverse and challenging solutions for industrial and commercial clients. The ideal candidate would be responsible for the entire lifecycle of a project, ranging from performing system requirements analysis, hardware design, PLC programming, integration, verification, and commissioning of controls systems.

The successful candidate will have controls experience, knowledge of industry standards and current technologies, outstanding communication skills, and the ability to meet project requirements.

• Bachelor’s degree with four plus (4+) years of relevant experience. May consider more years in lieu of a degree.
• Experience with Allen‑Bradley, Siemens, and/or Schneider PLC/HMI Programming.
• Understand the fundamentals of AC electrical circuits and low‑voltage DC electrical circuits and operation.
• Controls programming and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, and device data sheets.
• Ability to use testing and metering devices.
• Familiarity with Windows operating systems and software.
• Professional demeanor, solid interpersonal skills with good written and oral communication capability.
• Possess strong business ethics at all times.
• Must be able to climb stairs and/or ladders.
• Must be comfortable in both a customer site and office setting.
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds.
• Must be able to walk up to five (5) miles on unpaved surfaces.
• Travel up to 50% of the time.

At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.

Pay Range: $ - $.

Original Posting:
February 23, 2026.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.