PLC Programmer - US RESIDENT

Job Description

PLC Programmer - Automation

Home Base: Livonia, MI
Travel: Approximately 50% travel to client sites

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced PLC Programmer to develop, program, troubleshoot, and commission industrial automation systems for a variety of manufacturing clients. This role is based out of Livonia, Michigan
, with approximately 50% travel to customer facilities for installation, startup, commissioning, and technical support. The ideal candidate has strong experience with Allen-Bradley/Rockwell Automation
, Siemens
, and Telemecanique (Schneider Electric) control systems and enjoys working in a hands‑on, customer‑focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Program, configure, and troubleshoot PLC systems for industrial automation applications.
• Develop and modify PLC logic
  , HMI applications
  , and automation software.
• Perform system startup, testing, commissioning, and validation at customer sites.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical controls, PLC, and automation system issues.
• Work with Allen-Bradley/Rockwell Automation
  , Siemens
  , and Telemecanique (Schneider Electric) hardware and software.
• Interpret electrical schematics, control panel drawings, and wiring diagrams.
• Support machine integration, process improvements, and production optimization.
• Collaborate with engineering, project management, and customer teams to ensure successful project completion.
• Provide technical documentation, programming updates, and customer training as needed.
• Travel approximately 50% to customer locations for installation, commissioning, troubleshooting, and service.

Qualifications

• Experience programming Allen-Bradley/Rockwell Automation PLCs
  .
• Experience with Siemens PLCs and industrial automation platforms.
• Experience with Telemecanique (Schneider Electric) controls and automation equipment.
• Proficiency with PLC programming
  , HMI development
  , and industrial control systems.
• Knowledge of industrial networking, field I/O, motor controls, sensors, and electrical control systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability and willingness to travel approximately 50%.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to client sites.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Factory Talk View
  , Studio 5000/RSLogix
  , TIA Portal
  , WinCC
  , or similar automation software.
• Experience with SCADA
  , VFDs
  , servo systems, industrial communications (
  Ether Net/IP
  , Profinet
  , Modbus
  ), and machine commissioning.
• Experience supporting manufacturing, automotive, or industrial automation projects.

PLC Programmer
, Industrial Automation
, Allen-Bradley
, Rockwell Automation
, Studio 5000
, RSLogix
, Siemens
, TIA Portal
, Telemecanique
, Schneider Electric
, HMI
, SCADA
, Factory Talk View
, PLC Programming
, Machine Commissioning
, Controls Engineer
, Electrical Controls
, Industrial Controls
,