Controls Engineer
$34 - $43/hr
Skills Plc programming, python, Allen-bradley Top Skills Details Plc programming,python Additional Skills & Qualifications None Experience Level Entry Level Job Type & Location This is a Contract ...
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$34 - $43/hr
Skills Plc programming, python, Allen-bradley Top Skills Details Plc programming,python Additional Skills & Qualifications None Experience Level Entry Level Job Type & Location This is a Contract ...
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$34 - $43/hr
Skills Plc programming, python, Allen-bradley Top Skills Details Plc programming,python Additional Skills & Qualifications None Experience Level Entry Level Job Type & Location This is a Contract ...
Lake Orion, MI · On-site
$20 - $50/hr
... work of Entry Level Controls Engineers · Works within the scope definition and timing (due date) requirements. Duties and Responsibilities - Software · Understands customer specifications ...
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Lake Orion, MI · On-site
$20 - $50/hr
... work of Entry Level Controls Engineers · Works within the scope definition and timing (due date) requirements. Duties and Responsibilities - Software · Understands customer specifications ...
Louisville, KY · On-site
$76K - $98K/yr
... PLC programming and practices with an ability to lead/mentor entry level Controls Engineers as well as a willingness to attend training to further build their knowledge and abilities to advance to ...
Louisville, KY · On-site
$76K - $98K/yr
... PLC programming and practices with an ability to lead/mentor entry level Controls Engineers as well as a willingness to attend training to further build their knowledge and abilities to advance to ...
$76K - $98K/yr
... PLC programming and practices with an ability to lead/mentor entry level Controls Engineers as well as a willingness to attend training to further build their knowledge and abilities to advance to ...
$76K - $98K/yr
... PLC programming and practices with an ability to lead/mentor entry level Controls Engineers as well as a willingness to attend training to further build their knowledge and abilities to advance to ...
Louisville, KY · On-site
$76K - $98K/yr
... PLC programming and practices with an ability to lead/mentor entry level Controls Engineers as well as a willingness to attend training to further build their knowledge and abilities to advance to ...
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Louisville, KY · On-site
$76K - $98K/yr
... PLC programming and practices with an ability to lead/mentor entry level Controls Engineers as well as a willingness to attend training to further build their knowledge and abilities to advance to ...
Louisville, KY · On-site
$76K - $98K/yr
... PLC programming and practices with an ability to lead/mentor entry level Controls Engineers as well as a willingness to attend training to further build their knowledge and abilities to advance to ...
Louisville, KY · On-site
$76K - $98K/yr
... PLC programming and practices with an ability to lead/mentor entry level Controls Engineers as well as a willingness to attend training to further build their knowledge and abilities to advance to ...
Louisville, KY · On-site
$76K - $98K/yr
... PLC programming and practices with an ability to lead/mentor entry level Controls Engineers as well as a willingness to attend training to further build their knowledge and abilities to advance to ...
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Louisville, KY · On-site
$76K - $98K/yr
... PLC programming and practices with an ability to lead/mentor entry level Controls Engineers as well as a willingness to attend training to further build their knowledge and abilities to advance to ...
... an entry-level Automation Engineer who has a drive for exploring technology and software to join ... Contribute to Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) System design, configuration, and programming ...
... an entry-level Automation Engineer who has a drive for exploring technology and software to join ... Contribute to Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) System design, configuration, and programming ...
... an entry-level Automation Engineer who has a drive for exploring technology and software to join ... Contribute to Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) System design, configuration, and programming ...
... an entry-level Automation Engineer who has a drive for exploring technology and software to join ... Contribute to Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) System design, configuration, and programming ...
Liberty, NC · On-site
$83K - $107K/yr
... motivated entry level Controls Engineer to work in the Battery group focused on controls ... PLC experience including the ability to read, interpret and modify. * SQL / Oracle or other ...
Liberty, NC · On-site
$83K - $107K/yr
... motivated entry level Controls Engineer to work in the Battery group focused on controls ... PLC experience including the ability to read, interpret and modify. * SQL / Oracle or other ...
Candidates must have a large aptitude for learning and will be taught (by classroom/ or experience) the more complex skills of the industry such as PLC programming and drive systems if they show ...
Candidates must have a large aptitude for learning and will be taught (by classroom/ or experience) the more complex skills of the industry such as PLC programming and drive systems if they show ...
Erie, PA · On-site
$80K - $104K/yr
... * Entry-Level experience in the following: * debugging and testing electro-mechanical systems and ... Providing PLC and drive support for plant equipment * Supporting the electrical design, schematics ...
Erie, PA · On-site
$80K - $104K/yr
... * Entry-Level experience in the following: * debugging and testing electro-mechanical systems and ... Providing PLC and drive support for plant equipment * Supporting the electrical design, schematics ...
Candidates must have a large aptitude for learning and will be taught (by classroom/ or experience) the more complex skills of the industry such as PLC programming and drive systems if they show ...
Candidates must have a large aptitude for learning and will be taught (by classroom/ or experience) the more complex skills of the industry such as PLC programming and drive systems if they show ...
Newark, DE · On-site
$81K - $105K/yr
ACE is seeking entry level, passionate engineers to join our team. JOB OVERVIEW As a new engineer ... Prior experience with or exposure to PLC, HMI, SCADA, DCS and MES technologies. * Self-starter that ...
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Newark, DE · On-site
$81K - $105K/yr
ACE is seeking entry level, passionate engineers to join our team. JOB OVERVIEW As a new engineer ... Prior experience with or exposure to PLC, HMI, SCADA, DCS and MES technologies. * Self-starter that ...
Newark, DE · On-site
$81K - $105K/yr
ACE is seeking entry level, passionate engineers to join our team. JOB OVERVIEW As a new engineer ... Prior experience with or exposure to PLC, HMI, SCADA, DCS and MES technologies. * Self-starter that ...
Newark, DE · On-site
$81K - $105K/yr
ACE is seeking entry level, passionate engineers to join our team. JOB OVERVIEW As a new engineer ... Prior experience with or exposure to PLC, HMI, SCADA, DCS and MES technologies. * Self-starter that ...
$81K - $105K/yr
ACE is seeking entry level, passionate engineers to join our team. JOB OVERVIEW As a new engineer ... Prior experience with or exposure to PLC, HMI, SCADA, DCS and MES technologies. * Self-starter that ...
$81K - $105K/yr
ACE is seeking entry level, passionate engineers to join our team. JOB OVERVIEW As a new engineer ... Prior experience with or exposure to PLC, HMI, SCADA, DCS and MES technologies. * Self-starter that ...
Atlanta, GA · On-site
$80K - $104K/yr
Independently develop PLC code for standard transport conveyor systems and basic sortation ... Team Development & Mentorship  * Assist in peer reviews and provide feedback on entry-level ...
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Atlanta, GA · On-site
$80K - $104K/yr
Independently develop PLC code for standard transport conveyor systems and basic sortation ... Team Development & Mentorship  * Assist in peer reviews and provide feedback on entry-level ...
Milwaukee, WI · On-site
$82K - $106K/yr
Independently develop PLC code for standard transport conveyor systems and basic sortation ... Team Development & Mentorship  * Assist in peer reviews and provide feedback on entry-level ...
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Milwaukee, WI · On-site
$82K - $106K/yr
Independently develop PLC code for standard transport conveyor systems and basic sortation ... Team Development & Mentorship  * Assist in peer reviews and provide feedback on entry-level ...
Entry-Level ElectricalEngineer -Commercial & Industrial About the Position AsaElectricalEngineerin ... Program, install, and test SCADA and PLC systems. * Prepare a variety of documents and reports ...
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Entry-Level ElectricalEngineer -Commercial & Industrial About the Position AsaElectricalEngineerin ... Program, install, and test SCADA and PLC systems. * Prepare a variety of documents and reports ...
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$22 - $25/hr
Technician - Entry-Level Location: Billerica, MA Department: Service - ProductionEmployment Type ... Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) (Fanuc, Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi, Omron, Siemens, Panasonic ...
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$22 - $25/hr
Technician - Entry-Level Location: Billerica, MA Department: Service - ProductionEmployment Type ... Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) (Fanuc, Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi, Omron, Siemens, Panasonic ...
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As an entry-level PLC programmer, your duties are to help engineers and designers create new programs or improve existing programs in a programmable logic controller, which is a stripped-down computer that operates automated machinery. The PLC monitors things like production efficiency and machine temperature. Your responsibilities are to assess the current automation process to determine the specific needs of the PLC device and work with other specialists to improve the design of new programs for manufacturing equipment that has not yet been put into large-scale production.
| Aspect | Entry Level Plc Programmer | Automation Technician |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | Associate degree or technical certification in automation or programming | Technical diploma or certification in automation, electrical, or mechanical systems |
| Work Environment | Office or plant floor, programming PLCs, testing, troubleshooting | Plant floor, maintaining and repairing automation equipment |
| Industry Usage | Manufacturing, industrial automation, process control | Manufacturing, industrial facilities, equipment maintenance |
Entry Level Plc Programmers focus on writing and testing PLC code, often working closely with engineers. Automation Technicians handle installation, maintenance, and repair of automation systems. While both roles require technical certifications and work in manufacturing environments, their primary responsibilities differ, with programmers emphasizing software development and technicians focusing on hardware and system upkeep.

$34 - $43/hr
Contractor
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Posted 27 days ago
Description
• Develop, validate & standardize controls devices data parsing PLC logic, own and update auto PLC logic generation tool. • Develop PLC logic (Rockwell, Siemens, Fanuc) using programming languages (Python/C++/etc.) • Ensure compliance to GM common controls hardware and software strategies for newly developed DLA controls solutions • Ensure compliance to GM plant floor systems, networking and cyber security requirements • Collaborate with DLA core team, business, IT, Automation and analytics community to capture, prioritize, plan • Support GCCS & GCCH Controls, Networks and IT architects in development and testing of necessary controls software and inclusion of DLA logic in core PLC templates • Create & maintain necessary training documents, standardized work sheets • Understand latest industry trends and explore possibilities of using advance analytics tools • Understand observations from manufacturing plants and propose improvement solutions & provide feedback • Plan and support training and guidance to controls execution, strategic suppliers and plant teams as needed • Travel to GM mfg facilities on need basis for pilots, tests, trainings, upgrades etc.
Skills
Plc programming, python, Allen-bradley
Top Skills Details
Plc programming,python
Additional Skills & Qualifications
None
Experience Level
Entry Level
This is a Contract position based out of Warren, MI.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $34.00 - $43.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
This is a fully onsite position in Warren,MI.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 2026.
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Hanover, MD, US
1983