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# Controls Software Engineer

- **Company:** Artech
- **Location:** Sterling Heights, MI, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Computer Vision, Microsoft Outlook, Information Systems, Computer Programming, Monitoring of Systems, Microsoft PowerPoint, Software Systems, Tia Portal, Information Technology
- **Published:** October 30, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/15_a7c0543f

## About the Role

* PLC/CNC, Computer Numerical Control (CNC), Software Systems
 * 5 years of related experience
 * High School Diploma / GED
 * Successful candidate must demonstrate leadership behaviors combined with outstanding interpersonal, teambuilding, and communication skills
 * Ability to work with UAW maintenance, Vendors, and other Process Team Members when required
 * Client Suite familiarity (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
 * PLC Controller experience (Siemens, Rexroth, Allan Bradley)
 * Prior work experience at client or in client's Industry

Applicants must be able to work directly for Artech on W2
Preferred Skills & Qualifications

 * Robotics, Computer Vision
 * Bachelor's degree in Engineering
 * Effective oral and written communication skills
 * Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experience
 * 8D and 5Why corrective action and problem-solving skills
 * Lean Tools - 5S, Kanban, Poka-yoke, and Value Stream Mapping
 * Familiar with UL508A requirements and NFPA79
 * Siemens Step 7 and TIA Portal programming and troubleshooting
 * Siemens power line and solution line configuration and programming
 * Fanuc controls troubleshooting
 * CNC troubleshooting

## Description

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

 * Develop and implement improvements to control systems and equipment using Factory Information Systems (FIS) data
 * Lead problem-solving in resolving equipment performance issues
 * Lead troubleshooting; coordinate resources to find root cause and fixes, manage and breakdown problems into items that can be validated
 * Assist in the training of manufacturing personnel and plant electricians
 * Assist in integration of controls into IT systems like Factory Information Systems (FIS), Error Proofing, QWX, and QTS
 * Troubleshoot machinery, robot, automation, and controls issues and downtime
 * Use FIS plant monitoring software to review cycle times of equipment
 * Review and coordinate project installations
 * Reprogram equipment for engineering changes and improvements
 * Maintain program backups for machinery and automation
 * Program new installations of automation, machinery, material handling, and robots
 * Review risk assessments as part of a team evaluating equipment safety