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Engineer Controls Engineer Jobs in Clarkston, MI

Piston Automotive

Controls Engineer

Southfield, MI · On-site

$76K - $98K/yr

Overview The Controls Engineer is responsible for creating, documenting, developing, supporting and improving upon the control systems that are essential to the production processes. Involvement will ...

General Motors

Controls Engineer

Pontiac, MI · On-site

$82K - $107K/yr

Controls Engineer- Pontiac Stamping Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to our Pontiac Metal Center plant location Sponsorship: GM ...

Piston Automotive

Controls Engineer

Southfield, MI · On-site

$76K - $98K/yr

Overview The Controls Engineer is responsible for creating, documenting, developing, supporting and improving upon the control systems that are essential to the production processes. Involvement will ...

The State Group Automation

Controls Engineer

Troy, MI

$79K - $102K/yr

SGA is currently seeking an experienced Controls Engineer with a passion for automation and a desire to advance their career. We have multiple openings across North America, offering the opportunity ...

General Motors

Controls Engineer

Pontiac, MI · On-site

$82K - $107K/yr

Controls Engineer- Pontiac Stamping Onsite:This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to our Pontiac Metal Center plant location Sponsorship:GM DOES ...

Piston Automotive

Controls Engineer

Southfield, MI · On-site

$76K - $98K/yr

Overview The Controls Engineer is responsible for creating, documenting, developing, supporting and improving upon the control systems that are essential to the production processes. Involvement will ...

Piston Automotive

Controls Engineer

Southfield, MI · On-site

$76K - $98K/yr

Overview The Controls Engineer is responsible for creating, documenting, developing, supporting and improving upon the control systems that are essential to the production processes. Involvement will ...

State Group Automation

Controls Engineer

Troy, MI · On-site

$79K - $102K/yr

SGA is currently seeking an experienced Controls Engineer with a passion for automation and a desire to advance their career. We have multiple openings across North America, offering the opportunity ...

FastTek

Controls Engineer

Warren, MI · On-site

$78K - $101K/yr

Controls Engineer #1060775 The energy at our company is contagious. We're driven by our immense passion, as we constantly seek out challenges and identify new opportunities. We work hard to connect ...

Fletcher Group Automation

Controls Engineer

Troy, MI · On-site

$79K - $102K/yr

SGA is currently seeking an experienced Controls Engineer with a passion for automation and a desire to advance their career. We have multiple openings across North America, offering the opportunity ...

Piston Automotive

Controls Engineer

Southfield, MI · On-site

$76K - $98K/yr

The Controls Engineer is responsible for creating, documenting, developing, supporting and improving upon the control systems that are essential to the production processes. Involvement will range ...

Piston Automotive

Controls Engineer

Southfield, MI · On-site

$76K - $98K/yr

The Controls Engineer is responsible for creating, documenting, developing, supporting and improving upon the control systems that are essential to the production processes. Involvement will range ...

CSI - Control System Integrators

Controls Engineer

Warren, MI · On-site

$78K - $101K/yr

Controls Engineer - Control System Integrators Inc (CSI) in Warren - MI In this position, you will initiate and control the engineering, design, development, and testing of electrical control systems ...

North Point Technology

Controls Engineer

Novi, MI · On-site

$78K - $101K/yr

Controls Engineer North Point Technology is seeking an experienced MES Controls Engineer to support manufacturing operations in a high-volume discrete manufacturing environment. This role focuses on ...

SAI SYSTEMS

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Sr Controls Engineer - Automation/PLC

Plymouth, MI · On-site

$35 - $48/hr

Position Summary We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Controls Engineer with deep expertise in industrial automation to join our team. In this role, you will serve as the technical lead for ...

Rule 5 Hire

Controls Engineer

Troy, MI · On-site

$76K - $98K/yr

Skills/Experience Required: * 3+ years of Controls Engineering/PLC/HMI programming experience * Rockwell Allen Bradley software and Studio 5000 with MES integration experience required. * Rockwell ...

Lear Corporation

Controls Engineer Manager

Auburn Hills, MI · On-site

$79K - $102K/yr

CONTROLS ENGINEER MANAGER AUBURN HILLS, MI The Controls Engineer Manager is responsible for providing advanced controls engineering and technical oversight within a manufacturing environment. This ...

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As of Aug 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for engineer controls engineer in Clarkston, MI is $98,714.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $85,400.00 and $110,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Engineer Controls Engineer vs Electrical Engineer?

AspectControls EngineerElectrical Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's in Electrical, Mechanical, or Controls Engineering; certifications like Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST)Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering; Professional Engineer (PE) license often preferred
Work EnvironmentIndustrial settings, manufacturing plants, automation facilitiesPower plants, electronics, telecommunications, industrial facilities
Industry UsageAutomation, manufacturing, process controlPower systems, electronics, telecommunications

Controls Engineers focus on designing, developing, and maintaining control systems for automation and manufacturing processes, while Electrical Engineers work on electrical systems, power distribution, and electronic devices. Both roles require similar credentials and often overlap in industrial environments, but their primary responsibilities and areas of expertise differ.

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Controls Engineer

Piston Automotive

Southfield, MI • On-site

$76K - $98K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 3 days ago

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Company rating: 2.6 out of 10

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Job description

Overview
The Controls Engineer is responsible for creating, documenting, developing, supporting and improving upon the control systems that are essential to the production processes. Involvement will range from initial project sourcing all the way through SOP +90 days, or as required for corporate employees or launch through EOP plant employees. Both may be required to support implementation of engineering changes for current production products. You will provide your controls expertise to help in tooling design and automation for new projects and process changes driven by product engineering changes. Additionally, responsible for the transfer of all equipment and process documentation to the Production Plant prior to SOP; this includes all OEM equipment documentation (electronic and hard copies of manuals, BOM, drawings, recommended spare parts and recommended PM's). Participating in the development of RFQ's and Equipment Specifications for Capital and Tooling Requirements. Responsible for programming torque control systems and joint development. Selection of error and mistake proofing devices. Supports Engineering Cost Estimator to supply quoted assumptions for the assembly process requirements, capital / tooling investments and direct / indirect labor. Help establish design goals, process and equipment specifications for Controls and Electrical power distribution systems.
Piston Automotive wasn't just founded to make things. It was founded to make things better. And that begins with building better teams solely dedicated to achieving excellence at every level of execution through a combination of experience, expertise, and a deep seeded passion for what we do. Our assemblies consistently set the standard because our people consistently raise the bar.
Why Piston Automotive?
Competitive Wages, Paid Holidays & Vacation, Medical & Rx Plans, Dental & Vision Plans, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Life & Disability Coverage, 401K with Company Match, Tuition Reimbursement , Vehicle and Product Discounts
Responsibilities
  • Analyze and calculate machine performance and requirements utilizing the PLC.
  • Responsible for the planning, coordination, and implementation and tracking of assigned projects.
  • Develop and track capital investment budgets for assigned projects.
  • Main interface with automation and capital equipment vendors for control solutions.
  • Provide controls guidance in equipment selection, overall operations and future expansion.
  • Integrating and networking PC's and PLC's (TCP/IP, EthernetIP)
  • Provide support for Controls related issues, as required, to prevent or minimize production downtime.
  • Drive lean concepts (5S, OEE, Kanban, Visual Factory, TPM etc.) throughout the organization.
  • Implement process improvements to improve overall efficiencies, including automation.
  • Collaborate on all controls related communication internally and externally, including technical presentation, design reviews, capacity analysis, and feasibility studies.
  • Supports Purchasing in evaluation of new suppliers, products and technologies to help maintain a competitive edge in the industry.
  • Benchmarking processes and equipment throughout the industry and incorporating into Piston Standards.
  • Provide guidance to Maintenance Technicians helping develop skillsets and strengthen the team.
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications
  • A minimum of 2 years of experience as a Controls Engineer or Maintenance Technician.
  • Bachelor's degree (B. A.) in Engineering, Programming
  • 2-4 years of experience in PLC programming (Allen Bradley Micro Logic, SLC 500's, ControlLogix 5000 processors) for Manual Assembly Cells, Automated Assembly Cells and Power & Free conveyor systems.
  • A minimum of 2-4 years programming of Vision Systems (Cognex, DVT, Keyence)
  • 2-4 years of experience HMI programming (AB PanelView and PanelView Plus)
  • A minimum of 2 years of experience in JIT, SPD, ILVS and Batch manufacturing systems. Including broadcast analysis from customer trigger through customer installation.
  • 2 years of experience with Manual and Automated Assembly Systems and Technologies, including both mechanical and control systems.
  • A minimum of 2 years of technical experience required (Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, Power Point, AutoCAD, RSLogix 5000, RSLogix 500, RS View, ex.).

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