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# Manufacturing Controls & Robotics Engineer (Allen-Bradley/MES)

- **Company:** CAD Engineering Resources
- **Location:** Alma, MI, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $94,994.0 - $100,006.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** AutoCAD, Ethernet, Microsoft Office, Reliability Engineering, RS-232, Iq/oq/pq, HMI Screens, Compact Logix PLC, Allen-Bradley Factory Automation Equipment
- **Published:** July 18, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=4572773782318ac1

## About the Role

* Fluent in Allen-Bradley PLC/HMI environments (SLC 500, MicroLogix, CompactLogix, PanelView)?
 * Comfortable integrating robotics, vision, servo motion, and MES into high-volume automotive assembly?
 * Hands-on problem solver who can trace faults across Ethernet/IP, DH+, DH-485, and RS-232 networks?
 * Equally at home editing logic, updating AutoCAD schematics, and coaching technicians on troubleshooting?, * Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering or related discipline preferred.
 * 5+ years of controls engineering in manufacturing; automotive interiors or Tier 1 preferred.
 * Strong PLC programming and HMI development skills; working knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics.
 * Experience with automated assembly using Poka-Yoke and MES; injection molding exposure is a plus.
 * Electrical proficiency from 480 VAC three-phase and 110 VAC power to 24 VDC control circuits.
 * Proven ability to handle multiple projects, equipment validation, and buyoff procedures.
 * Excellent communication and collaboration; Microsoft Office proficiency., A successful candidate will be subject to a background check and must receive satisfactory results of the same, as a condition of joining the team.

## Description

We're hiring a Manufacturing Controls & Robotics Engineer in Alma, Michigan (Direct Hire). Pay: $95,000-$100,000 annually based on proven experience. Relocation available., * Design, program, and troubleshoot PLC/HMI control systems to improve OEE and reliability.

 * Support production and maintenance to minimize downtime; resolve AC/DC and PNP/NPN sensor issues.
 * Commission new equipment and manage machine buyoffs to plant specifications and safety standards.
 * Lead continuous improvement and introduce technologies that elevate efficiency and product quality.
 * Participate in vendor quoting, design reviews, and standardization for cost-effective solutions.
 * Maintain plant-wide controls documentation; manage electrical spare parts (crib stock).
 * Train maintenance and operations teams on new systems and troubleshooting techniques., You'll operate within a high-volume automotive interior manufacturing environment, ensuring equipment reliability, production efficiency, and safety compliance through robust controls engineering.


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