Sr. Controls Engineer

JLL•Pontiac, MI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

JLL is seeking a highly skilled Controls Engineer to join our Facilities Maintenance team. This role is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing building automation systems, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), and related control systems to ensure seamless facility operations. The ideal candidate will combine technical expertise with strong problem-solving abilities and a commitment to continuous improvement and cost savings. This is a 1st shift position.

Requirements

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or related technical field preferred
Minimum 3–5 years of experience with industrial control systems, PLCs, HMIs, and building automation systems
Proficiency with PLC programming and troubleshooting (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar platforms)
Experience with building management systems, particularly Tridium
Strong understanding of VFDs, HMI systems, and SCADA applications
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, and technical drawings
Maximo CMMS experience required
Proficiency with Corrigo work order management system
Competency with Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint
Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) certification required
First Aid/CPR certification required
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
Flexibility to provide off-hours emergency support when required
Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
Ability to work in industrial environments including labs and mechanical rooms
Comfortable working at heights and in confined spaces when necessary
Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally
Able to stand, walk, climb, and kneel for extended periods

Nice To Haves

JLL Workday, JLL Connect, and Cority experience preferred
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 preferred
EPA compliance training experience preferred

Responsibilities

Respond to and resolve Maximo preventive maintenance (PM) tasks, Corrigo work orders, and client service calls daily building management systems (BMS), including Tridium platforms, ensuring proper functionality in coordination with contractors
Create and maintain backups of all PLC, HMI, and VFD software parameters on a monthly basis
Provide emergency after-hours support for critical facility systems as needed
Prepare weekly and monthly EPA reports for the Environmental Team
Develop and update Technical Information System (TIS) documents for the maintenance team
Maintain and update facility drawings and logic repositories in dual locations (JLL and client SharePoint)
Complete problem-solving documentation and safety catch reports monthly
Train and mentor maintenance technicians on Maximo, computer systems, and technical procedures
Assist with supervisory tasks including work permit creation, onboarding, and communication with client leadership
Coordinate weekend coverage for off-site incident commander duties
Participate in weekly JLL team meetings and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
Lead controls projects focused on continuous improvement and cost savings
Research and recommend alternative options for discontinued parts and equipment
Manage and maintain three operational maintenance laptops with required software and IT updates