Controls Engineer

Post Date

Sep 18, 2025

Location

Bay City,
Michigan

ZIP/Postal Code

48708
US
Nov 17, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract

Category

Engineering (Non IT)

Req #

MIC-655ef8d6-d5dd-48ed-a661-8ef55daa1e31

Pay Rate

$41 - $51 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

Job Summary:
We’re seeking a hands-on Controls Engineer to support manufacturing operations at a leading automotive facility in Bay City. This role involves working directly on the plant floor to troubleshoot, maintain, and support automation systems, including PLCs, FANUC robots, vision systems, and CNC machining equipment.

Responsibilities:
• Support PLC logic troubleshooting and modification using Siemens and Rockwell platforms.
• Troubleshoot and maintain existing production equipment on the manufacturing floor.
• Program, troubleshoot, and support FANUC robots integrated into production lines.
• Interface with Keyence vision systems to ensure accurate inspection and detection.
• Assist with bringing up new equipment, from installation through to production readiness.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and production teams to ensure uptime and automation performance.
• Work with CNC machining equipment and the automation systems that interface with it.

Compensation:
$45-$48/hr
Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Required Skills & Experience

• 2+ years proven experience as a Controls Engineer in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of Siemens and Rockwell PLCs (logic, programming, troubleshooting).
• Experience working with FANUC robotics (troubleshooting, integration).
• Hands-on experience with Keyence vision systems.
• Familiarity with CNC machining equipment and associated automation systems.
• Ability to work independently on a live manufacturing floor and support both existing equipment and new machine bring-up.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.