Controls Engineer - 2nd/3rd Shift

MacLean-Fogg is hiring at our Farmington Hills, Michigan location. This is an on-site, full-time salaried position.

About the role

Design, develop, and maintain instrumentation and control systems that support safe, efficient, high-quality manufacturing. Work hands-on with PLCs, HMIs, and embedded control applications while troubleshooting and improving automation systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement automation systems for manufacturing and related processes using control systems, instrumentation, and automation technologies.
• Develop and modify PLC, HMI, and embedded control applications and interfaces to meet operational requirements.
• Support the setup and commissioning of new facilities and upgrades to existing control systems.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve control system malfunctions.
• Recommend control system improvements that enhance efficiency, reliability, and quality.
• Create and maintain detailed specifications, system configurations, operational procedures, and other technical documentation.
• Work cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and maintenance teams to support effective deployment and operation of control systems.

Requirements

• 2–4 years of hands-on experience in control systems engineering, PLC programming, HMI development, and automation.
• Experience with control systems, Allen-Bradley PLC troubleshooting, HMI development, and embedded systems.
• Strong critical-thinking and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to diagnose complex issues and implement effective solutions.
• Intermediate verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail in technical work and documentation.

Schedule

2nd/3rd Shift, 7:00 PM–3:00 AM

Pay

$85,000–$95,000 per year, depending on skills and experience

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match and potential profit sharing
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Health Savings Account contributions for eligible plans
• Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability coverage
• Paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program and mental health resources
• Virtual healthcare resources
• Tuition reimbursement and development opportunities
• Additional wellness, financial, and employee programs

Benefits are subject to applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements.

About MacLean-Fogg

MacLean-Fogg is a fourth-generation, family-owned American manufacturing company headquartered in Mundelein, Illinois. Founded in 1925, we design and manufacture engineered components and solutions for automotive and industrial markets. Our portfolio includes MacLean-Fogg Component Solutions, OMCO, Mallard Manufacturing, and Threadstrong. Across our companies, we share a commitment to Integrity, People, Customers, and Stewardship while investing in our people, manufacturing capabilities, customers, and communities.