PLC Programmer | Spring Lake, MI

Salary Range: $67,000 - $105,000 depending on experience

Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for excelling in plc programmer? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Spring Lake seeking PLC Programmers to lead and enhance their operations.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across Spring Lake seeking PLC Programmers who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and program PLC logic for new and existing manufacturing equipment.
• Troubleshoot and debug PLC programs, HMI interfaces, and robotic systems.
• Design and implement control system solutions, including hardware selection and network configuration.
• Collaborate with engineers and production staff to optimize manufacturing processes and equipment performance.
• Perform routine maintenance, upgrades, and modifications to PLC-controlled machinery.
• Create and maintain detailed documentation for PLC programs, electrical schematics, and control system designs.

Recommended Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience programming and troubleshooting PLCs (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Rockwell).
• Proficiency in ladder logic, structured text, and function block diagram programming languages.
• Strong understanding of industrial control systems, HMI development, and SCADA integration.
• Experience with VFDs, servo drives, and industrial communication protocols (e.g., EtherNet/IP, PROFINET).
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and P&ID diagrams.

Bonus Qualifications

• Additional certifications or training

Job Titles That Should Apply

PLC Programmer, Industrial Automation Engineer, Controls Engineer, Automation Technician, SCADA Engineer, Robotics Programmer, Automation Specialist, Mechatronics Engineer, Electrical Controls Engineer, Instrumentation Engineer

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.