PLC Controls Engineer

Leidos Holding$107K — $195K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of related experience, or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree
  • Proficient in Allen-Bradley, Siemens, and/or Schneider PLC/HMI programming
  • Strong understanding of A/C and low-voltage D/C electrical circuits
  • Experience in controls programming and troubleshooting
  • Ability to interpret blueprints and wiring diagrams
  • Familiar with Windows operating systems and software
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a professional demeanor

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical expertise in design and implementation of control solutions
  • Conduct system requirements analysis to ensure project alignment
  • Engage in hardware design and PLC programming
  • Oversee integration, verification, and commissioning of controls systems
  • Collaborate with engineers and consultants to meet client needs
  • Ensure adherence to industry standards and use of current technologies

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
  • Dynamic and collaborative work environment
  • Potential for remote work flexibility
  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Paid time off and holidays
Full Job Description
Leidos is seeking an experienced PLCControls Engineer for work at its Walled Lake, Michigan office. We are seeking qualified individuals with experience to excel in a high-performance team responsible for the development and delivery of market leading controls services and solutions.

Primary Responsibilities:

As a Controls Engineer, you will provide technical expertise and work as a part of a team with other engineers and consultants involved in the design and implementation of diverse and challenging solutions for industrial and commercial clients. The ideal candidate would be responsible for the entire lifecycle of a project. Your responsibilities will range from performing system requirements analysis, hardware design, PLC programming, integration, verification and commissioning of controls systems. The successful candidate will have controls experience, knowledge of industry standards and current technologies, outstanding communication skills and the ability to meet project requirements.

Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree with eight plus (8+) years of relevant experience. May consider more years of relevant experience in lieu of degree
  • Experience with Allen-Bradley, Siemens, and/or Schneider PLC/HMI Programming.
  • Understand the Fundamentals of A/C electrical circuits and low voltage D/C electrical circuits and operation.
  • Controls programming and troubleshooting skills.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, and device data sheets.
  • Ability to use testing and metering devices.
  • Familiarity with Windows operating systems and software.
  • Professional demeanor, solid interpersonal skills with good written and oral communication capability.
  • Possess strong business ethics at all times.
  • Must be able to climb stairs and/or ladders
  • Must be comfortable in both a customer site and office setting
  • Must be able to lift 25 pounds.
  • Must be able to walk up to five (5) miles on unpaved surfaces
  • Travel up to 50% of the time


Original Posting:
August 10, 2026

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:
Pay Range $107,900.00 - $195,050.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

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