PLC Programmer

The Pivot Group Network • Mount Clemens, MI

7h

About The Position

The Pivot Group Network is building a network of PLC Programmer talent for manufacturing companies in and around Mount Clemens, Michigan, including Clinton Township, Chesterfield, Macomb, and Marine City. Partner companies may not have an immediate opening, but the network may contact candidates about current or future opportunities. The stated salary range is $71,000–$110,000, depending on experience. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.

PLC Programmers write, modify, test, and debug programs for manufacturing equipment; troubleshoot PLC and control-system issues on the production floor; and integrate PLCs with HMIs, sensors, and other automation devices. They document changes, maintain version control, collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams to improve equipment reliability, and support installation and startup of automated systems.

Requirements

• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP and Modbus.
• An associate degree in electrical engineering technology or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Hands-on experience configuring and troubleshooting HMIs.
• Experience programming PLCs such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or Mitsubishi.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and ladder logic.
• Authorization to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of safety PLCs and relevant standards.
• Certification in PLC programming or controls.
• Experience with variable frequency drives (VFDs).
• Experience with robotics integration, such as Fanuc or ABB.
• Familiarity with SCADA systems.

Responsibilities

• Write and modify PLC programs for manufacturing equipment.
• Troubleshoot PLC and control-system issues on the production floor.
• Integrate PLCs with HMIs, sensors, and other automation devices.
• Test and debug new and modified programs.
• Document program changes and maintain version control.
• Collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams to improve equipment reliability.
• Support installation and startup of new automated systems.

Benefits

• The Pivot Group Network offers market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation to support candidates' job searches.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree